Information about pruning plants

Pruning garden and house plants has many benefits for the growth of the plant.
Did you know that, for example, a palm tree grows faster if the lower leaves are pruned?
Hence the saying: 'Pruning makes things grow'

When is the best time to prune?

Pruning your houseplant or garden plant naturally depends on the type of plant. You can find the general rules for pruning here. If you want to know for sure when you can prune your plant, it is best to take a look at our Plant Encyclopedia so that you know exactly when you can prune your houseplant or garden plant.

Pruning houseplants

For houseplants, it is best to prune in spring, summer and autumn. Pruning your houseplant is not recommended during the winter months, as this can hinder growth. The plant is then in its dormant period.

Pruning garden plants

It is best to prune garden plants at the beginning of spring, so that the plant can recover nicely in the summer months. Some garden plants, such as trees, can be pruned almost all year round. However, we do recommend that you give your garden plant a bit more rest in the winter months.

Good tools are half the job!

The proverb says it all: 'Good tools are half the job'!
That is why it is also very important to have the right tools and not bad or blunt pruning shears. This could cause a lot of damage to the plant. That is why we also offer the best pruning shears, which are also used by florists. With that you know for sure that you will not damage the plant while pruning!

Pruning palms, cycads or ferns

Palms are beautiful Mediterranean plants, which by pruning literally put into action the proverb: 'Pruning makes you grow'. Because, when you prune the palms, they no longer unnecessarily bring unnecessary energy to these leaves, and focus all their attention on making new leaves.
Please note that you should not touch the core. As soon as you cut this, you will damage the beautiful fresh new leaves.
The best time to prune palms, cycads and ferns is in the spring and summer months. However, we do recommend that you do not prune in the winter months. This can cause damage to your plant.

Benefits of pruning your plant

If you prune your houseplant or garden plant, it usually has several advantages. We have listed the reasons and advantages for you.

The other parts of the plant get more energy

When branch(es) or leaf(s) are pruned, they no longer require energy, and the energy of light and nutrition can flow to the rest of the plant. This allows the plant to remain healthier and stronger.

The garden plant remains compact, or in the shape you want

Sometimes it is desirable to give a plant a certain shape, or to prevent the plant from growing too big. There is no other option than to prune the plant.

New shoots can grow significantly better

Most plants and especially palms continually produce new shoots. These fresh shoots often become the most beautiful part of the plant when they grow to maturity. Pruning away old parts ensures that these shoots can grow well.

Some plants develop branches as a result

Sometimes pruning is used to make a plant branch out more. This can increase the ornamental value or the fruit yield.

The plant grows faster

By pruning old or diseased parts, a plant that can still grow larger can often grow faster. This is mainly used by growers etc. who benefit from fast growth.