Pruning guide
How to prune hand fern
Best time
Spring, as growth resumes
How often
As needed
Technique
Snip dead or leggy growth at the base with clean, sharp scissors.
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Pruning hand fern — FAQ
When should I prune hand fern?
Spring, as growth resumes. Snip dead or leggy growth at the base with clean, sharp scissors.
How often does hand fern need pruning?
As needed. Hand Fern needs little routine pruning. Mainly remove yellowing, damaged or dead leaves at the base with clean scissors, and trim any leggy or overgrown stems in spring if you want a fuller, more compact shape. It is hard to harm by light tidying.
How do you prune hand fern?
Snip dead or leggy growth at the base with clean, sharp scissors.