Pruning guide
How to prune hare's foot fern
Best time
Any time; remove dead fronds as they appear
How often
As needed
Technique
Snip dead or badly damaged fronds cleanly at the base using scissors. Never cut back the surface rhizomes; let them trail naturally over the pot.
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Pruning hare's foot fern — FAQ
When should I prune hare's foot fern?
Any time; remove dead fronds as they appear. Snip dead or badly damaged fronds cleanly at the base using scissors. Never cut back the surface rhizomes; let them trail naturally over the pot.
How often does hare's foot fern need pruning?
As needed. Hare's Foot Fern (Phlebodium pseudoaureum) needs only light grooming. Remove yellowing or dead fronds at their base. The fuzzy, creeping rhizomes ('hare's feet') that spread over the pot edge should be left completely intact — they are a key feature and cutting them harms the plant.
How do you prune hare's foot fern?
Snip dead or badly damaged fronds cleanly at the base using scissors. Never cut back the surface rhizomes; let them trail naturally over the pot.