Growli

Pruning guide

How to prune wandering dude

Best time
Spring through summer (active growth); rejuvenate any time
How often
Every 3–4 weeks during growing season
Technique
Pinch stem tips just above a node with your fingers, or use scissors. For a full reset, take 10 cm tip cuttings, strip the lower leaves, and root them in water or moist compost to start a fresh, fuller plant.

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Pruning wandering dude — FAQ

When should I prune wandering dude?

Spring through summer (active growth); rejuvenate any time. Pinch stem tips just above a node with your fingers, or use scissors. For a full reset, take 10 cm tip cuttings, strip the lower leaves, and root them in water or moist compost to start a fresh, fuller plant.

How often does wandering dude need pruning?

Every 3–4 weeks during growing season. Wandering dude grows quickly and becomes leggy with bare lower stems without regular pinching. Pinch or cut stem tips just above a leaf node every few weeks during spring and summer to keep the plant bushy and vibrant. Older plants that have become sparse are best refreshed by taking tip cuttings and repotting them.

How do you prune wandering dude?

Pinch stem tips just above a node with your fingers, or use scissors. For a full reset, take 10 cm tip cuttings, strip the lower leaves, and root them in water or moist compost to start a fresh, fuller plant.