How to grow Kalanchoe into an old pile (How to prune and grow Kalanchoe into an old pile)

How to grow Kalanchoe into an old tree?

When you buy Kalanchoe, most of them have been pruned in the flower garden to control the proportion of the trunk and leaves, making them look relatively compact.

However, the top growth advantage of the main trunk will cause the main trunk to continue to grow upward, elongating the main trunk and losing its original proportion, making it too thin and weak, and not strong enough. To maintain a strong trunk of Kalanchoe, you can follow the following methods:

First, prune in time:

When the Kalanchoe grows to the point where we feel top-heavy, we should boldly cut off the main trunk. It is best to do this in spring and autumn when the Kalanchoe is in its prime growth period.

Cutting off the main trunk destroys the growth advantage of the top and forces out the side buds of the Kalanchoe. The side buds grow into branches and produce more leaves, which can better photosynthesize and make the main trunk thicker.

Second, it is time to change the soil:

Providing the Kalanchoe with a good soil environment and an appropriate amount of space for the roots to expand can allow the root system to develop and better absorb water and nutrients, supplying the Kalanchoe with what it needs for growth.

After 2 to 3 years of caring for Kalanchoe, you can do it in spring and autumn when the temperature is between 18 and 28 degrees Celsius. It is recommended to mix garden soil + humus soil + freshwater river sand in a ratio of 1/3 each.

3. Watering needs to be appropriate:

Watering is essential for growing Kalanchoe. Too little watering will cause the root tips to wither and the leaves to turn yellow and the roots to wither. Too much watering will cause waterlogging, lack of oxygen in the soil, root rot, yellow leaves and even death.

The first key point in root care is to master the principle of watering: “don’t water unless the soil is dry, and water thoroughly when you do,” and you must apply it flexibly.

In spring and winter, watering can be extended for 2 to 3 days after the soil is completely dry. In summer and autumn, watering can be done in the evening of the same day when the soil surface is dry. In high temperature and dryness, spray more auxiliary pots to cool and moisturize the leaves.

Fourth, apply fertilizer appropriately:

The growth rate of Kalanchoe depends on whether the fertilization method is correct. Fertilization mainly supplements the three elements of "nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium".

"Nitrogen" can promote the growth of branches and leaves and better photosynthesis. "Phosphorus and potassium" can promote the growth of roots and better absorb nutrients and water.

It is recommended to use organic fertilizer for fertilization. By loosening the soil, bury the "fermented sheep dung balls" in the flower soil . It is recommended to fertilize at a temperature between 18 and 28 degrees Celsius, once a month, and do not fertilize at high or low temperatures.