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Pruning guide

How to prune ridley's hohenbergia

Best time
After the parent rosette fully browns post-bloom; pups removed once they reach one-third to half the parent's size
How often
Once per flowering cycle; pup separation as offsets mature
Technique
Cut the spent parent rosette away at the base with clean, sharp shears. For pup removal, slice as close to the base of the offset as possible, dip the cut end in fungicide, and pot in a fast-draining bromeliad mix.

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Pruning ridley's hohenbergia — FAQ

When should I prune ridley's hohenbergia?

After the parent rosette fully browns post-bloom; pups removed once they reach one-third to half the parent's size. Cut the spent parent rosette away at the base with clean, sharp shears. For pup removal, slice as close to the base of the offset as possible, dip the cut end in fungicide, and pot in a fast-draining bromeliad mix.

How often does ridley's hohenbergia need pruning?

Once per flowering cycle; pup separation as offsets mature. Ridley's Hohenbergia requires minimal pruning. The parent rosette dies after blooming and should be cut away once it has fully browned. Remove dead or damaged leaves at any time using sterilized tools. Hohenbergia can take up to five years to reach flowering maturity, so the main task is pup management rather than routine cutting.

How do you prune ridley's hohenbergia?

Cut the spent parent rosette away at the base with clean, sharp shears. For pup removal, slice as close to the base of the offset as possible, dip the cut end in fungicide, and pot in a fast-draining bromeliad mix.