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Most houseplants need trimming and grooming. (Exceptions include cacti and most succulents, orchids, and bromeliads.) Trimming involves removal of old branches to encourage fresh growth and improve overall health and vigor. Trimming also involves removal of decayed areas, which can attract fungus. Grooming involves picking off dead leaves and flowers and keeping the soil surface free of debris. Groom plants about three times a year.

Trimming Stray Branches

1. Trim away errant branches to keep your plant healthy and attractive. Prune straggly branches that detract from the plant’s form. To avoid tearing tissue, always cut at an angle.

2. Cover open wounds at the base of the plant with horticultural charcoal. This speeds healing by sealing cell walls and keeping disease-carrying fungus and bacteria out.