Pruning guide
How to prune maranta arundinacea
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Pruning maranta arundinacea — FAQ
When should I prune maranta arundinacea?
After harvest (late autumn to winter) or at the end of the growing season. Cut all stems back to near ground level after harvest. In container growing, remove dead foliage during the season by cutting stems at the base. Plants re-shoot vigorously from rhizomes in spring.
How often does maranta arundinacea need pruning?
Once a year (post-harvest cutback), plus as-needed tidying during the season. Maranta arundinacea (arrowroot) is grown mainly for its edible rhizomes, but the above-ground stems can be cut back hard once harvesting is complete or at the end of the growing season. During the season, remove any dead or damaged foliage to keep plants vigorous and disease-free.
How do you prune maranta arundinacea?
Cut all stems back to near ground level after harvest. In container growing, remove dead foliage during the season by cutting stems at the base. Plants re-shoot vigorously from rhizomes in spring.