How to Properly Prune Desert Rose (Adeniums)

In this video, Byron Martin discusses Desert Rose (Adeniums), and how to properly prune them for optimal growth and abundant blooms.

Native to East Africa and the Arabian Peninsula, the Desert Rose is a striking succulent, admired for its bulbous, caudiciform trunk and vibrant flowers. These blossoms, ranging from deep pink to soft white, mirror the splendor of roses, giving the plant its popular name. Adapted to arid climates, Adeniums store water in their thick trunk and fleshy roots, enabling them to endure long periods without water. Consequently, they prefer well-draining soil and infrequent watering, mimicking their desert origins. Sunlight is a must for the Desert Rose, as ample brightness will promote abundant flowering. This tropical beauty is also sensitive to cold, so it's best grown in containers in colder regions, allowing for easy transport to indoor locations during chilly spells and winter months. As a centerpiece or window plant, the Desert Rose infuses any space with a touch of desert mystique.

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[daleandrews]

I'm glad I watched this video. I recently bought a total of 6 of these (2 Adenium Arabicums and 4 A. obesums) last spring of 2023 and it's now Nov. 23, 2023 (Thanksgiving day). They're all around 6" tall. They haven't dropped their leaves for the winter dormancy yet, but I expect it will probably happen before Christmas for sure, even though I'm in a solid subtropical climate of Lake Charles, LA. I hope to get them to bloom next spring, so I'll be watching more videos to make that happen. I don't even know what color they will be, so I'll just wait in anticipation. Thanks again, and happy gardening! 🪴🌵

[yourteacher]

Fabulous plants and also your video.I will prune mine in spring.Thank you so much for teaching us🌺

[johnwilson]

Thanks for the video. I have several desert rose plants and don't know much about them.

[Tommyr]

Yet another plant I need to try growing. Thanks Byron!

[robertawestbrooks]

❤❤❤❤thanks so much for sharing your experience

[Godisincontrol]

🎉 Thank you very much for sharing.. I subscribed to your channel 🙏

[samuelsmom]

I would like to have a desert rose, but heard you are not supposed to touch because they are poisonous. However, I see you touching and trimming. Where can I find accurate information on these beautiful plants?

[miabhlub]

Love desert rose, too. Have 3 myself.

[ajohan]

Thank you for a very helpful video. Hope you can tell me the best soil for adeniums?

[alyssalaurenti]

Are these plants sensitive to hard water? Mine was doing so well and then I was battling thrips and I watered in a systemic with water from the house. The leaves started yellowing at the tips and then turned dry brown.

[minma]

Everything is easy when you can take your sweet time.

[marcostorres]

When is the best time of year to prune?

[btlan]

When is the best time to prune them …right now our temp is 105 -110!!! Would I wait till it is cooler down to 60 as in Fall or spring? Thanks.

[annettenoga]

Hi
Really enjoyed your video. I'm inquiring about no blooms this year. Live in Canada and its now September..had previously pruned it in May/june. Do you think blooms will still appear this year? It's in a sunny location in my backyard.

[MarthaKP]

It's April here and warm so I'll prune mine now I guess?

[cherylanne]

I have a desert rose that is over five feet tall and has no caudex whatsoever. It rarely blooms, but it grows like crazy. Should I chop off a couple of feet? It's probably 6 or 7 years old.

[joycehouseholder]

Can you root the part that was pruned?

[margaretsherrington]

You said pruning June to July. what season is that where you are as that is my Winter.