Pruning guide
How to prune maudiae slipper orchid
Best time
After the flower fades
How often
As needed — once per bloom cycle
Technique
Cut the spent spike at the base with a sterile blade or scissors. Gently remove dead or yellow basal leaves. Do not cut healthy green leaves.
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Pruning maudiae slipper orchid — FAQ
When should I prune maudiae slipper orchid?
After the flower fades. Cut the spent spike at the base with a sterile blade or scissors. Gently remove dead or yellow basal leaves. Do not cut healthy green leaves.
How often does maudiae slipper orchid need pruning?
As needed — once per bloom cycle. Maudiae Slipper Orchid is a low-maintenance hybrid that needs very little pruning. Once its elegant white-and-green or colouratum flower finishes, cut the spike cleanly at its base. Remove dead leaves at the plant base as they appear. This Paph grows without pseudobulbs, so healthy leaves must never be removed unnecessarily.
How do you prune maudiae slipper orchid?
Cut the spent spike at the base with a sterile blade or scissors. Gently remove dead or yellow basal leaves. Do not cut healthy green leaves.