How to prune euphorbia trigona 'rubra'

Spring, when the plant is entering active growth. Wear gloves and eye protection. Use a sharp, clean blade to cut a stem straight across at the desired height. Allow the cut to dry in open air for several days before watering to prevent rot.

Rarely — only for size control or to remove dead/damaged growth. Euphorbia trigona 'Rubra' rarely requires pruning. Remove dead or damaged stems as needed. If a stem becomes too tall or unbalanced, cut it back in spring wearing gloves — the milky latex sap is a skin and eye irritant. New offsets will emerge from the cut point over time.

Wear gloves and eye protection. Use a sharp, clean blade to cut a stem straight across at the desired height. Allow the cut to dry in open air for several days before watering to prevent rot.