Can I cut off the leaves of Clivia?
As a deeply loved leaf-viewing plant, Clivia has become a popular choice for home green plants with its elegant leaf appearance. However, problems such as yellowing and aging of leaves are often encountered during the maintenance process. Should the leaves be trimmed? When do I need to use the knife? This paper will systematically analyze the scientific methods of clivia pruning. 1. Analysis of the necessity of pruning Clivia leaves 1.1 Principles for retaining healthy leaves. The growth cycle of Clivia leaves is as long as 2-3 years, and normally growing leaves should remain intact. The base of its leaves stores nutrients, and premature pruning will affect plant photosynthesis and nutrient accumulation, resulting in blocked flowering. 1.2 Three conditions that must be pruned ① diseased leaves with more than 50% yellowed ② mottled leaves infected (T-J) disease ③ mechanically damaged damaged leaves. Timely pruning can prevent the spread of diseases and promote the germination of new leaves. 2. Professional pruning operation guidelines 2.1 The best time to prune the plants are highly metabolized in spring and autumn (15-25℃), and pruning with changing pots is conducive to wound healing. Avoid pruning during winter dormancy periods. 2.2 Four-step standard process ① Alcohol disinfection scissors ② oblique angle 2 cm away from the base ③ Apply plant ash to the incision ④ Avoid water for three days. Pay special attention to retaining leaf sheaths to protect growth points. 3. Key points for synchronous root pruning When changing pots, you need to prune aging roots: keep milky white new roots and cut off empty brown roots. After pruning, soak in carbendazim for 30 minutes, dry and plant in new soil. 4. Key points to post-pruning maintenance ① scattered light maintenance for 15 days ② suspended fertilization for 1 month ③ maintained environmental humidity at 60% ④ observed the growth of new leaves. If the incision rot occurs, it needs to be dealt with promptly.
Scientific pruning is an important part of the maintenance of Clivia. Master the principle of "three cuts and three non-cuts": cut sick leaves to keep healthy leaves, cut old roots to protect new roots, and cut residual flowers to maintain points. With correct maintenance, the plant can maintain the best ornamental state of 8-10 pairs of symmetrical leaves and promote annual flowering.