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What to do after a light prune

Keep care steady and watch the cut before deciding to prune again.

A new bud on a cut pothos stem.
A new bud on a cut pothos stem. Photo: Threecharlie · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Resized and converted for display.

Before you start

Look at the cut and note which leaves and buds you kept. A cut that dries and stays firm is different from one that turns wet or soft.

How to do it

Clear cut debris and clean the tool. Keep the plant in suitable light and water according to its usual needs. A small cut does not call for extra fertilizer or wound paste.

When to stop and recheck

Check the cut over the next few days. If it softens or darkening spreads down the stem, stop pruning and check for rot. New buds can take longer when growth is slow.

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