How to prune pink princess philodendron

Spring and early summer during active growth. Cut reverted green leaves at the stem with sterilised scissors. Trim leggy stems back to a node above healthy variegated foliage. Wear gloves as sap is a skin irritant.

As needed; inspect and remove reverted growth whenever it appears. Pink Princess Philodendron benefits from selective pruning to manage variegation and shape. Remove leaves that have reverted to solid green to encourage new pink-variegated growth. Trim leggy stems back to a node to promote branching. Stake or guide the climbing stems. Always use clean, sterilised scissors — Philodendron sap is irritating to skin.

Cut reverted green leaves at the stem with sterilised scissors. Trim leggy stems back to a node above healthy variegated foliage. Wear gloves as sap is a skin irritant.