Pruning guide
How to prune lance brassia
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Pruning lance brassia — FAQ
When should I prune lance brassia?
After flowering finishes. Sterilise scissors or a blade before use. Cut finished spikes to the base. Gently peel dead sheaths from old pseudobulbs to allow airflow; if sheaths are papery-dry they come away cleanly without tools.
How often does lance brassia need pruning?
As needed. Brassia lanceana needs minimal pruning beyond basic hygiene. Remove spent flower spikes at the base once blooms drop. Dead or yellowed leaves at the pseudobulb can be trimmed or peeled away as they occur. Do not cut back healthy pseudobulbs or foliage — this is where the plant stores water and nutrients.
How do you prune lance brassia?
Sterilise scissors or a blade before use. Cut finished spikes to the base. Gently peel dead sheaths from old pseudobulbs to allow airflow; if sheaths are papery-dry they come away cleanly without tools.