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Pruning guide · Houseplant
Panda plant: when and how to prune
Kalanchoe tomentosa
Panda plant is best pruned in April.
| Pruning months | April |
|---|---|
| Poisonous to people and pets | Yes, take care with children and pets |
Panda plant: when to prune it?
Hardly needed. In April you can shorten a leggy plant.
What else to prune in those months? April
Panda plant: how to prune it?
- Cut overlong stems back to just above a leaf; new side shoots grow from there.
- Pinch out the tips of young plants for bushier growth.
- Use the removed tips as cuttings.
- Remove dried-out lower leaves.
How much to cut, and how often?
- One pruning period a year: April.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- A houseplant lives indoors, so wildlife hardly notices the pruning. Healthy clippings can go on the compost.
Caution: Wash your hands after pruning and clear away the cut pieces: they are toxic to pets. Panda plant is poisonous: wear gloves and keep clippings away from children, pets and livestock.
Nearby: related pruning guides
Plant profile: Panda plant · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.