Pruning guide
How to prune pitton's houseleek
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Pruning pitton's houseleek — FAQ
When should I prune pitton's houseleek?
After a rosette has flowered and died, any time of year. Grip the dead rosette at its base and cut or twist it out cleanly. Do not disturb living offsets around it. Peel away any dried lower leaves by hand rather than cutting.
How often does pitton's houseleek need pruning?
Rarely — only to remove dead rosettes. Pitton's Houseleek (Sempervivum pittonii) requires no pruning beyond removing spent rosettes. Each main rosette dies after it flowers — a natural monocarpic process. Remove the dead rosette cleanly and the offsets will continue to grow. Dried or shrivelled outer leaves can be peeled away by hand whenever they appear.
How do you prune pitton's houseleek?
Grip the dead rosette at its base and cut or twist it out cleanly. Do not disturb living offsets around it. Peel away any dried lower leaves by hand rather than cutting.