Pruning guide
How to prune hare's foot fern
Best time
Any time of year
How often
As needed
Technique
Snip dead fronds cleanly at the base with scissors. Keep the fuzzy rhizomes fully intact and allow them to trail freely over the pot edge — they must never be cut back.
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Pruning hare's foot fern — FAQ
When should I prune hare's foot fern?
Any time of year. Snip dead fronds cleanly at the base with scissors. Keep the fuzzy rhizomes fully intact and allow them to trail freely over the pot edge — they must never be cut back.
How often does hare's foot fern need pruning?
As needed. Hare's Foot Fern needs only light tidying. Cut away dead or brown fronds at the base as they occur. The creeping furry rhizomes are the plant's signature feature and must not be pruned. No formal pruning schedule is needed — occasional removal of spent fronds is all that is required.
How do you prune hare's foot fern?
Snip dead fronds cleanly at the base with scissors. Keep the fuzzy rhizomes fully intact and allow them to trail freely over the pot edge — they must never be cut back.