Pruning guide
How to prune hen-and-chickens sundew
Best time
Any time dead material is visible
How often
As needed
Technique
Peel or snip dead leaves at their base. Remove old flower scapes once fully spent. Separate naturally formed daughter plantlets only if repotting or propagating.
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Pruning hen-and-chickens sundew — FAQ
When should I prune hen-and-chickens sundew?
Any time dead material is visible. Peel or snip dead leaves at their base. Remove old flower scapes once fully spent. Separate naturally formed daughter plantlets only if repotting or propagating.
How often does hen-and-chickens sundew need pruning?
As needed. Drosera prolifera requires no pruning. This subtropical Queensland sundew spreads naturally by stolons and plantlets — simply remove fully dead leaves and old flower stalks. The plant is small and self-managing. Removing active trapping leaves would harm its ability to feed, so leave healthy growth alone.
How do you prune hen-and-chickens sundew?
Peel or snip dead leaves at their base. Remove old flower scapes once fully spent. Separate naturally formed daughter plantlets only if repotting or propagating.