How to prune euphorbia lactea 'white ghost'

Spring, when sap flow is manageable. Wear nitrile gloves and eye protection. Cut with sterilised secateurs at a clean node or branch junction. Rinse tools immediately with water to remove caustic latex. Allow the plant's wound to seal naturally in a warm, dry spot.

Rarely — only to remove dead or damaged branches. Euphorbia lactea 'White Ghost' rarely needs pruning. It grows as a candelabra-like succulent and looks best left to its natural form. You can remove dead or damaged branches with thick gloves and eye protection in spring. Always wear gloves — the white latex sap is toxic and a severe skin and eye irritant.

Wear nitrile gloves and eye protection. Cut with sterilised secateurs at a clean node or branch junction. Rinse tools immediately with water to remove caustic latex. Allow the plant's wound to seal naturally in a warm, dry spot.