How to prune lucky nut

After the main flowering flush, typically late summer or early autumn in tropical climates. Cut stems back by up to one-third, targeting leggy or unproductive growth. Remove dead wood and branches that cross the canopy interior. Tip-prune actively growing shoots to promote a denser, more floriferous habit. Dispose of cuttings carefully — all parts are toxic.

Annually, with light deadheading and tip-pruning throughout the growing season. Lucky Nut (now classified as Cascabela thevetia, formerly Thevetia peruviana) is a toxic tropical shrub requiring annual pruning to control size and encourage repeat blooming. Prune after the flowering period ends. Wear protective gloves at all times — the milky sap causes serious skin and eye irritation and is poisonous if ingested.

Cut stems back by up to one-third, targeting leggy or unproductive growth. Remove dead wood and branches that cross the canopy interior. Tip-prune actively growing shoots to promote a denser, more floriferous habit. Dispose of cuttings carefully — all parts are toxic.