How to prune pilea peperomioides 'sugar'

Any time for dead leaf removal; spring for pup removal. Twist or cut individual leaves off cleanly at the petiole base. Use a clean knife to detach soil-level pups from the mother plant's root, leaving a small root section intact for propagation.

Rarely; tidy as needed, pups removed when large enough to detach. Pilea peperomioides 'Sugar' (Chinese money plant) rarely needs pruning. Remove yellowing or damaged leaves at the stem base as they appear. You can remove offsets (pups) from the base if you want a cleaner look or to propagate. The plant holds a naturally pleasing round shape without cutting.

Twist or cut individual leaves off cleanly at the petiole base. Use a clean knife to detach soil-level pups from the mother plant's root, leaving a small root section intact for propagation.