How to deal with the fat and grow taller
The phenomenon of elongated stems and loose plant types in succulent plants is a common problem during maintenance. This paper provides systematic solution strategies for four treatment options after being fleshy and tall, and helps plants restore compact and plump plant types through scientific pruning and maintenance management. Analysis of the causes of fleshy growth caused by insufficient light. Direct light needs to be guaranteed for more than 4 hours a day. Long-term placement in a dark environment will cause the spacing between stems and nodes to lengthen and the color of leaves to fade green. It is recommended to adopt full sunshine maintenance in spring and autumn, and appropriately shade in summer. Imbalanced water management and excessive watering will accelerate the longitudinal growth of cells. The principle of "seeing wet when it is dry" is adopted. After the pot soil is completely dry, water will be slowly supplied along the edge of the pot. Winter can be extended to watering every 15-20 days. Cutting heads, pruning and promoting branches, use a disinfected knife to cut flat at 1/3 of the stem, retaining the base 3-4 layers of leaves. After applying carbendazim to the incision, place it in a ventilated place. After about 15 days, 3-5 new buds can germinate, achieving the effect of exploding pots. Water control and shaping management adopts a soil allocation plan with granular soil accounting for 70% to induce lateral growth by lengthening watering intervals. Combined with the dipping basin method for water supply, each soaking should not exceed 30 seconds, which can effectively control the plant type. The old pile was reshaped and selectively removed the middle and lower leaves to retain the top growth point. Using aluminum wire to assist in stem shaping and adding phosphorus and potassium fertilizer application can form lignified old piles in 2-3 months, enhancing their ornamental value. Daily preventive and maintenance points maintain a temperature difference of 8-10℃ between day and night, use a full-spectrum fill light to assist, and apply slow-release fertilizer once a month. Rotating the flowerpot regularly ensures uniform light reception, which can prevent more than 80% of the problem of excessive growth.
Through comprehensive measures such as beheading pruning, water control management, light regulation and old pile cultivation, not only can the long plant type be restored, but also new ornamental forms be created. It is recommended to select 2-3 methods according to the state of the plant to achieve unexpected styling effects.