What to do if a succulent plant grows too tall
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What to do if a succulent plant grows too tall
Succulent plants grow very tall, which is commonly referred to as "etiolation." In most cases, it is irreversible and can only be cut through pruning to prevent the etiolated part from excessively consuming the plant's limited nutrients, thus completely solving the problem of succulent plants growing too tall, or "etiolation."
You need to cut from the position where the plant etiolates to allow the plant to recover a short and compact state.
What we often call succulent etiolation refers to the疯狂 growth of the leaves and stems of the succulent within a period, only growing the stem without flowering, and the growth of the whole plant is unbalanced. So, what should we do if the succulent grows too tall and etiolates?
Cut off: Succulent plants grow very tall, which is commonly referred to as "etiolation," and it is usually irreversible.
Only by cutting through pruning can we prevent the etiolated part from excessively consuming the plant's original limited nutrients to completely solve the problem of succulent plants growing too tall, or "etiolation."
Since the pruned tissue is viable, it would be a waste to throw it away directly, so it is recommended to use it to propagate more succulent plants.
How to propagate by cutting?First, place the pruned tissue in a ventilated position to dry, and the cut will dry in about two days, at which time it can be inserted into the soil for propagation.
Second, use soil that is slightly acidic and has good breathability, such as a mixture of coarse sand and decomposed leaf soil.
Third, do not insert it too deep, or simply place it on the surface of the soil.
Fourth, place it in a position with soft light for maintenance, keep the small space moist, but the soil should not be waterlogged or too wet.
How to maintain and manage to avoid the problem of succulent plants "growing too tall"?① Sufficient light:
Succulent plants growing too tall are not a sign of becoming an old stake but a problem of "etiolation." According to their light-loving growth habits, if they are placed in a darker position for a long time, they will easily have the problem of growing too tall.
Because the plant cannot produce chlorophyll, it will gradually grow taller and cannot become short and compact.
Therefore, it is recommended to place succulents in a position with sufficient sunlight for maintenance. The south-facing window sill in the room has the most sunlight, but in summer, the sunlight is too strong, and since the plant is in a dormant state, it needs to be shaded.
② Appropriate watering:
Succulent plants are native to deserts and semi-deserts, where they have developed a physiological structure that is tolerant to drought over a long period.
If the soil is moist when watering, the plant will etiolate, or grow too tall, and in severe cases, it can even lead to root rot.
Therefore, it is recommended to water only when the soil is dry, such as when the pot feels light or the bamboo stick pulls out dry, which allows for thorough watering maintenance.
③ Rational fertilization:
Succulent plants are very slow-growing plants and are not tolerant to fertilizer. If excessive nitrogen fertilizer is used for maintenance, it can also cause succulent plants to grow too tall, or "etiolation."
Therefore, it is recommended to apply a little phosphorus fertilizer during the spring and autumn seasons to control the upward growth of the plant.
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