How to prune euphorbia tirucalli 'firesticks'

Spring to early summer. Wear nitrile gloves and safety glasses. Use sharp, sterilised secateurs to cut stems back to a branch junction or node. Rinse tools with water immediately. Keep sap away from skin, eyes and mouth, and wash hands thoroughly after.

As needed — once every 1–2 years to maintain size or shape. Euphorbia tirucalli 'Firesticks' benefits from occasional light pruning to maintain shape or remove damaged stems. Wear gloves and eye protection every time — the milky latex is highly toxic and a severe irritant. Trim in spring by cutting pencil-thin stems back to a junction. Avoid pruning in winter.

Wear nitrile gloves and safety glasses. Use sharp, sterilised secateurs to cut stems back to a branch junction or node. Rinse tools with water immediately. Keep sap away from skin, eyes and mouth, and wash hands thoroughly after.