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Homes & Gardens
Tenielle Jordison

I Give My Houseplants a Spring Chop Every Year and It Always Makes Them Grow Twice as Big – Here's How to Do It

Indoor plants on a table.

Spring is an important time for us houseplant owners. It's when all of our beloved indoor plants start putting their energy towards new growth. But, without a little routine maintenance and TLC, they won't get too far. That's why I prune houseplants in spring every year – and it always makes my plants fuller.

Pruning is an essential part of spring houseplant care. While it might seem scary to take sharp pruning shears (like these from Amazon) to your houseplants, removing damaged plant material and making strategic cuts can actually give them a boost and encourage bushier growth.

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