What to do when the富贵竹 (Fortune Bamboo) grows too tall
Main content of this article: How to deal with the problem of Fortune Bamboo growing too tall and some small experiences in green plant maintenance related to pruning methods of Fortune Bamboo, detailed introduction is as follows.
Pruning the roots: If the Fortune Bamboo grows too tall, you can prune the roots. Take the Fortune Bamboo out of the water and prune the roots. After pruning, place it in a cool and well-ventilated area to air-dry the roots, then put it back in clean water for maintenance, waiting for it to root again.
Cutting off the top: If the plant form of the Fortune Bamboo is too tall, you can directly cut off the top, removing the excessively long parts, and soak the cut part in a multi-bacterial solution to disinfect and kill germs.
I. Methods to deal with Fortune Bamboo growing too tall
Pruning the roots: If the Fortune Bamboo grows too tall, you can prune the roots more drastically to shorten the height. Take the Fortune Bamboo out of the water, prepare a sharp pair of scissors, and prune the roots, preferably removing the old roots, keeping the cut smooth and intact. After pruning the Fortune Bamboo, place it in a cool and well-ventilated area to dry the roots, keeping the wound dry. Fill the vase with clean water and put the Fortune Bamboo back in the water for maintenance, strengthen management, and wait for it to root again.
Cutting off the top: If the plant form of the Fortune Bamboo is too tall, you can directly cut off the top. Prepare a disinfected sharp knife, cut off the excessively long parts of the Fortune Bamboo, control the force, and keep the cut smooth. After pruning, soak the cut part in a multi-bacterial solution to disinfect and kill germs to prevent bacterial growth.
II. How to maintain Fortune Bamboo daily
Pruning the branches: Before watering the Fortune Bamboo, you can prune the branches, removing the leaves at the base and cutting the base at an oblique angle with a sharp knife. The cut should be smooth and have a larger contact area to facilitate the absorption of water and nutrients.
Placement: Place the Fortune Bamboo in a bright, well-lit, and well-ventilated area to maintain air circulation.
Change water regularly: Change the water for the Fortune Bamboo regularly, add water appropriately, and ensure a good water quality environment.
Add nutrients: After changing the water, you can add a little nutrient solution.
The above is a detailed introduction on what to do when Fortune Bamboo grows too tall and related pruning methods, hoping to bring some plant knowledge to green plant enthusiasts.