Pruning guide
How to prune broadway's melon cactus
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 broadway's melon cactus — FAQ
When should I prune broadway's melon cactus?
Spring, as growth resumes. Snip dead or leggy growth at the base with clean, sharp scissors.
How often does broadway's melon cactus need pruning?
As needed. Broadway's Melon Cactus 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 broadway's melon cactus?
Snip dead or leggy growth at the base with clean, sharp scissors.