How to prune maranta leuconeura green beauty

Spring through early summer, during active growth. Pinch or cut stems just above a node (leaf joint) to stimulate branching. Remove dead leaves by cutting their stems at the base. Cut stems can be rooted in water.

Once or twice a year, or as needed for shape. Prayer plant 'Green Beauty' benefits from light pruning to stay bushy and discourage legginess. Pinch or cut back long trailing stems just above a leaf node to encourage branching. Remove dead or yellowed leaves at the base. Unlike many houseplants, occasional light trimming actively improves its compact, full appearance.

Pinch or cut stems just above a node (leaf joint) to stimulate branching. Remove dead leaves by cutting their stems at the base. Cut stems can be rooted in water.