How to prune star window plant

Spring or summer when removing offsets; any time for dead leaf removal. Gently pull dry outer leaves downward and away from the stem. To remove pups, unpot the plant and detach offsets that have their own roots using clean hands or a sterile knife.

Rarely — as needed for dead foliage or offset management. Star Window Plant (Haworthia retusa) requires minimal pruning. The compact rosette grows slowly and does not need shaping. Remove dead or shriveled outer leaves by pulling them gently away from the base. Offsets (pups) can be detached during repotting if you want to propagate or tidy the clump.

Gently pull dry outer leaves downward and away from the stem. To remove pups, unpot the plant and detach offsets that have their own roots using clean hands or a sterile knife.