Pruning guide
How to prune natal lily
Best time
Spring, as growth resumes
How often
As needed
Technique
Snip dead or leggy growth at the base with clean, sharp scissors.
More natal lily care
- How to prune clivia — the species this cultivar belongs to
- Full natal lily care guide
- Common natal lily problems & fixes
- How to propagate natal lily
- When to repot natal lily
Pruning natal lily — FAQ
When should I prune natal lily?
Spring, as growth resumes. Snip dead or leggy growth at the base with clean, sharp scissors.
How often does natal lily need pruning?
As needed. Natal Lily 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 natal lily?
Snip dead or leggy growth at the base with clean, sharp scissors.