Pruning guide
How to prune long-leaf parlour palm
Best time
Spring, as growth resumes
How often
As needed
Technique
Snip dead or leggy growth at the base with clean, sharp scissors.
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Pruning long-leaf parlour palm — FAQ
When should I prune long-leaf parlour palm?
Spring, as growth resumes. Snip dead or leggy growth at the base with clean, sharp scissors.
How often does long-leaf parlour palm need pruning?
As needed. Long-leaf Parlour Palm needs little routine pruning. Mainly remove yellowing, damaged or dead leaves at the base with clean scissors, and trim any leggy or overgrown stems in spring if you want a fuller, more compact shape. It is hard to harm by light tidying.
How do you prune long-leaf parlour palm?
Snip dead or leggy growth at the base with clean, sharp scissors.