Should I trim these crypts?

[ricbennett3]

I’ve seen people hack crypts down to the ground. Is there a benefit to doing so every once in awhile? I’ve not trimmed these at all.

[JE47]

Wow!! Those are some beautiful crypts as for you question I would be hesitant to trim them that much but I will tag people much more knowledgeable than me. @JoeQ

[nabokovfan87]

If you don't want them to grow taller, then trim them.  If you like the height, then you can let them be.  I am by no means any sort of expert with crypts. 

"Echinodorus, bulbs and tubers are trimmed by removing the outer leaves of the rosette and/or leaves that cast shadows over the surface. For Cryptocoryne, remove the yellow or damaged leaves. When the group becomes too dense, remove whole plants."

Very beautiful setup. Well done.

[JoeQ]

Im probably not the best source to ask about trimming crypts.  I once had beautiful crypts, then I pulled them / split them, and trimmed the roots.... They haven't recovered since, they are surviving but certaintly not thriving. Part of me thinks it might be nutrient related tho..

[jwcarlson]

I'm no authority.  But I don't even look at my crypts anymore for fear they will melt back the last inch of their height.  I haven't killed a lot of them, but they get to a nice three leaf plant and then sit there for two years.

[JettsPapa]

I would never trim crypts down to the roots.  I have some that are so dense that fish can barely navigate between them, and they still look great.  I may pull them up and spread them out (and sell the excess), but I can't imagine any reason to cut them off.

[ricbennett3]

Thanks all. I will trim dodgy leaves and let the rest be.