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Pruning guide

How to prune spoon-leaved sundew

Best time
Any time; remove dead leaves as they appear
How often
Rarely; only as dead material accumulates
Technique
Gently pull or snip fully dead leaves from the outer rosette. Cut spent flower scapes at the base after seeds are shed if self-seeding is not desired.

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Pruning spoon-leaved sundew — FAQ

When should I prune spoon-leaved sundew?

Any time; remove dead leaves as they appear. Gently pull or snip fully dead leaves from the outer rosette. Cut spent flower scapes at the base after seeds are shed if self-seeding is not desired.

How often does spoon-leaved sundew need pruning?

Rarely; only as dead material accumulates. Spoon-leaved Sundew is a small, rosette-forming sundew that needs almost no pruning. Remove individual leaves only once they have fully dried and browned — living leaves with active dew droplets should never be cut. Spent flower stalks can be removed after flowering. The plant manages its own rosette growth naturally.

How do you prune spoon-leaved sundew?

Gently pull or snip fully dead leaves from the outer rosette. Cut spent flower scapes at the base after seeds are shed if self-seeding is not desired.