Succulents are often labeled low maintenance, yet many popular varieties benefit from occasional pruning to stay healthy, balanced, and visually appealing.

With its sculptural trunk and gorgeous trumpet-shaped blooms, the desert rose (Adenium obesum) looks like it belongs in a botanical conservatory, not sitting on your windowsill. But this succulent, ...

Prune rose of Sharon in late winter or early spring—this avoids disease and protects summer blooms. Pruning shapes the plant, improves airflow, and can rejuvenate older bushes if cut back heavily.