Pruning guide
How to prune stanhopea oculata
Best time
After flowering, summer
How often
Annually after flowering
Technique
Snip spent downward spikes at the base using sterilised scissors after all flowers have faded. Remove dead leaves by cutting cleanly near the pseudobulb.
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Pruning stanhopea oculata — FAQ
When should I prune stanhopea oculata?
After flowering, summer. Snip spent downward spikes at the base using sterilised scissors after all flowers have faded. Remove dead leaves by cutting cleanly near the pseudobulb.
How often does stanhopea oculata need pruning?
Annually after flowering. Stanhopea oculata produces pendant spikes that push downward through an open basket — this is a plant that needs almost no pruning. Remove spent flower spikes at the base after the fragrant summer blooms drop. Clear dead or yellowing leaves as needed. Never cut into pseudobulbs or shorten healthy foliage.
How do you prune stanhopea oculata?
Snip spent downward spikes at the base using sterilised scissors after all flowers have faded. Remove dead leaves by cutting cleanly near the pseudobulb.