How to prune golden dragon

Spring or early summer, or anytime to remove dead/damaged leaves. Cut individual leaves or stems at the base using clean, sharp scissors or pruning shears. Remove any yellowed outer leaves first to redirect energy to healthy growth.

As needed — typically once or twice a year for cosmetic tidying. Golden Dragon is a self-heading Philodendron that rarely needs pruning. Remove yellowed, damaged, or dead leaves at the base with clean scissors to keep it tidy. You can trim any leggy stems to encourage a compact shape, but this cultivar naturally stays bushy without intervention.

Cut individual leaves or stems at the base using clean, sharp scissors or pruning shears. Remove any yellowed outer leaves first to redirect energy to healthy growth.