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Pruning guide

How to prune peperomia argyreia 'soccer ball'

Best time
Any time for dead-leaf removal; spring for any rare shaping
How often
Rarely — only for damaged or dead growth
Technique
Pull or snip dead leaves cleanly at the stem base. If a damaged stem needs removing, cut it flush to the crown using clean scissors to avoid leaving a stub that could rot.

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Pruning peperomia argyreia 'soccer ball' — FAQ

When should I prune peperomia argyreia 'soccer ball'?

Any time for dead-leaf removal; spring for any rare shaping. Pull or snip dead leaves cleanly at the stem base. If a damaged stem needs removing, cut it flush to the crown using clean scissors to avoid leaving a stub that could rot.

How often does peperomia argyreia 'soccer ball' need pruning?

Rarely — only for damaged or dead growth. Peperomia argyreia 'Soccer Ball' is a compact, rosette-forming cultivar of watermelon peperomia that needs very little pruning. Remove dead or yellowed leaves at the base as they appear. The plant's naturally tidy, mounded shape rarely requires shaping cuts unless a stem becomes damaged or leggy.

How do you prune peperomia argyreia 'soccer ball'?

Pull or snip dead leaves cleanly at the stem base. If a damaged stem needs removing, cut it flush to the crown using clean scissors to avoid leaving a stub that could rot.