How to prune stromanthe 'multicolor'

Any time year-round, as needed. Snip spent or damaged leaves cleanly at the base of the petiole using sterilised scissors. Do not cut back healthy green stems — this does not promote bushier growth and can stress the plant.

As needed. Stromanthe 'Multicolor' needs little pruning. Like other stromanthe, it grows in clumps and does not become leggy in a way that requires cutting back. Remove dead, browned, or yellowed leaves at the base as they appear. No shaping or hard pruning is called for.

Snip spent or damaged leaves cleanly at the base of the petiole using sterilised scissors. Do not cut back healthy green stems — this does not promote bushier growth and can stress the plant.