How to prune episcia lilacina

Any time during the growing season. Deadhead spent blooms at the base of the flower stem. Remove any yellowed leaves cleanly. Pinch growing tips back by a node or two to encourage branching. Trim stolons to limit spread in containers.

As needed — ongoing light grooming rather than scheduled pruning. Episcia lilacina, like other flame violets, is a low-maintenance trailer needing only cosmetic grooming. Remove yellowing leaves and spent flowers regularly to keep the plant healthy and encourage continued blooming. Trim stolons if they outgrow their space. Pinch tips lightly if you want a denser, more compact plant.

Deadhead spent blooms at the base of the flower stem. Remove any yellowed leaves cleanly. Pinch growing tips back by a node or two to encourage branching. Trim stolons to limit spread in containers.