Pruning guide
How to prune finlaysonii wax plant
Best time
Spring for any corrective trimming; dead growth removed any time
How often
As needed; rarely more than once a year
Technique
Trim dead or overly long stems back to a healthy node with clean scissors. Train new growth onto a support rather than cutting it back.
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Pruning finlaysonii wax plant — FAQ
When should I prune finlaysonii wax plant?
Spring for any corrective trimming; dead growth removed any time. Trim dead or overly long stems back to a healthy node with clean scissors. Train new growth onto a support rather than cutting it back.
How often does finlaysonii wax plant need pruning?
As needed; rarely more than once a year. Hoya finlaysonii needs minimal pruning. It is a vigorous climbing hoya, but its large textured leaves mean you should prune conservatively. Remove dead or damaged stems at a node in spring. Never cut the flower peduncles — they produce blooms repeatedly. Light training onto a trellis is more useful than cutting.
How do you prune finlaysonii wax plant?
Trim dead or overly long stems back to a healthy node with clean scissors. Train new growth onto a support rather than cutting it back.