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Pruning guide · Houseplant
String of pearls: when and how to prune
Curio rowleyanus
String of pearls is best pruned in April–July.
| Pruning months | April–July |
|---|---|
| Poisonous to people and pets | Yes, take care with children and pets |
String of pearls: when to prune it?
From April to July, when the stems get too long or bare. Real pruning is not needed.
What else to prune in those months? April · May · June · July
String of pearls: how to prune it?
- Cut over-long or bare stems back with clean scissors.
- Lay the trimmed pieces on the compost to fill the top of the pot again.
- Remove dried-up or rotten stems.
How much to cut, and how often?
- One pruning period a year: April–July.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- A houseplant lives indoors, so wildlife hardly notices the pruning. Healthy clippings can go on the compost.
Caution: Wear gloves or wash your hands after pruning: the sap can irritate the skin. Clear up trimmings and fallen beads so that pets cannot get at them. String of pearls is poisonous: wear gloves and keep clippings away from children, pets and livestock.
Nearby: related pruning guides
Plant profile: String of pearls · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.