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Pruning guide

How to prune pachyphytum glutinicaule

Best time
Spring, or after flowering
How often
As needed
Technique
Pull or cut away dead lower leaves. Remove exhausted flower stalks at the base. To remedy legginess, cut the stem cleanly below a healthy cluster of leaves, allow to callous for 24 hours, then re-root in dry gritty compost.

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Pruning pachyphytum glutinicaule — FAQ

When should I prune pachyphytum glutinicaule?

Spring, or after flowering. Pull or cut away dead lower leaves. Remove exhausted flower stalks at the base. To remedy legginess, cut the stem cleanly below a healthy cluster of leaves, allow to callous for 24 hours, then re-root in dry gritty compost.

How often does pachyphytum glutinicaule need pruning?

As needed. Pachyphytum glutinicaule is a compact succulent with plump, sticky leaves that needs almost no pruning. Remove dead lower leaves cleanly to keep the stem tidy and reduce rot. Snip spent flower stalks at the base after blooming. If the stem becomes leggy, behead and re-root the top rosette in spring.

How do you prune pachyphytum glutinicaule?

Pull or cut away dead lower leaves. Remove exhausted flower stalks at the base. To remedy legginess, cut the stem cleanly below a healthy cluster of leaves, allow to callous for 24 hours, then re-root in dry gritty compost.