How to prune Kalanchoe and when to top it

1. Pruning method

1. Pruning time: If the plant has not bloomed, it can be done in spring and autumn; if it has bloomed, it should be done after the flowers have faded. Try to prune before September so that it will not affect its next flowering.

2. Pruning position: If the branches and leaves of the plant grow higher than 12 cm, they must be immediately pruned from the position that exceeds the limit. Some branches that become dry, yellow, and messy due to improper maintenance should also be pruned in time.

3. Pruning: During the growth process of Kalanchoe, it is easy for weak branches to appear that do not grow well, as well as branches that grow too densely and make the plant airtight. Such branches should be cut off from the junction with the stem, so that the branches will grow more evenly and be more breathable.

2. Picking time

It is usually picked in spring, and it is best to wait until the Kalanchoe starts to grow and new leaves sprout. If it is not a newly transplanted seedling, it is best not to do it after September, as this may hinder its normal flowering. You can also do it when it is growing well. If you pinch the top at this time, the Kalanchoe will grow more new branches and look more beautiful.