Can the roots of lucky bamboo be trimmed?

1. Can the roots be pruned?

Its roots can be trimmed, especially for hydroponics. If it is cultivated in water for a long time, the roots will grow in a disorderly manner and increase in number, which will not only affect the appearance but also the water absorption function will become poor. Pruning will improve the transport function and absorb more nutrients from the water, but be careful not to prune too much, otherwise it will affect normal growth.

If the roots are rotten, then pruning is necessary. If the rotten roots are allowed to soak in water, the condition will only get worse and may even lead to the death of the plant.

2. Pruning method

1. Take the plant out of the water and wash it in clean water to reduce the stickiness of the roots.

2. Prepare a pair of sharp scissors and disinfect them in advance. Use scissors to cut the roots diagonally to ensure a smooth and neat cut. If there are rotten roots or old roots, they must be cut off in time. When pruning, be careful not to damage the new roots and prune gently.

3. After pruning, wash the plant in clean water, then put it in a container, fill it with clean water and add nutrient solution. At the beginning, you can change the water every 3 days, and in the later stage you can just add water.