Pruning Large Milk Cactus (Euphorbia): Toxic Sap Warning

8x8 ft Milk Cactus (Euphorbia) Too Big for House—How to Prune Safely

25-year-old "milk cactus" (Euphorbia) must be cut back <50% to fit indoors. Owner wants safe pruning method.

Greg: prune like a bush/small tree, remove ≤50%. Sap is toxic—wear eye protection, gloves, long sleeves. Do not get sap on skin or in eyes.

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