How to trim the overgrown hanging orchid
Let's share how to trim an overgrown hanging orchid and the related topics about the trimming steps of hanging orchids. Follow the editor to take a look!
Hanging orchids grow quickly and can become lush in a short time with good care. However, if they grow too densely, it can severely affect their appearance. Therefore, many people wonder how to trim an overgrown hanging orchid. The method is actually simple; just follow the trimming steps illustrated with pictures to make the hanging orchid look more beautiful.
【One, how to trim hanging orchids】
Many people who grow hanging orchids are worried about trimming. In fact, trimming hanging orchids is very easy. Just cut off the yellow leaves, and if you want to create an attractive shape, you can first cut off the leaves sticking out of the pot, and it's best to cut diagonally, making two cuts on each side to look more natural.
However, after trimming, do not fertilize or water too much, or else the branches and leaves will grow wildly as if untrimmed. Therefore, it is important to manage fertilizing and watering first. When watering, follow the principle of "water when dry, and water thoroughly," to ensure the healthy growth of the hanging orchid.
【Two, the trimming steps of hanging orchids illustrated with pictures】
<1. Prepare scissors>
If you want to trim a nice shape for the hanging orchid, you first need to prepare scissors, because without scissors, you cannot trim. Therefore, preparing scissors is very necessary. However, newly grown hanging orchids should not be trimmed.
<2. Trim the sides>
How to trim an overgrown hanging orchid
Don't cut flat, cut diagonally, and it's best to make two diagonal cuts on each side to make it look more natural. Regularly cut off the yellow leaves. You can repot once every March, cutting off old roots, decayed roots, and excess fibrous roots.
<3. Trim old and withered branches>
If you want the hanging orchid to have a more attractive shape, you need to regularly cut off the withered stems and yellow leaves. When repotting, it's appropriate to trim the old roots and withered root systems to ensure more vigorous growth and maintain a better shape.
【Three, what to do if you don't want to trim the hanging orchid】
<1. Control water and fertilizer>
Especially pay attention to watering, it must be "moist and dry." Hanging orchids have a developed root system and strong water storage, so controlling moisture is key. As for fertilizing, once a month is fine.
<2. Propagate by dividing roots>