How to control the growth of Dracaena potted plants (how to grow Dracaena to have many heads)

The dragon blood tree has a peculiar shape, and the leaves on its tall trunk are similar to orchids, which are highly ornamental. The leaves have the ability to purify the air, and many flower lovers will grow a few pots of it at home.

The characteristic of Dracaena is that it can be planted as a potted plant at home, and it grows very fast, from a seedling to more than one meter tall. Some flower lovers have grown theirs almost to the roof.

Moreover, the plant type of dragon blood tree is generally large, and the growth rate is also relatively fast. The height of the floor is not suitable for the growth of tall dragon blood trees. This is a very annoying thing. Today I want to talk to you about how to deal with it growing too high? Is there any way to make it grow into multiple heads?

Dragon Blood Beheading Treatment:

The budding ability of the dragon blood tree is very strong. As long as you master a set of "heading" methods, you can control the height of the dragon blood tree at will, and promote the growth of side buds. Cultivate a plant with a full crown.

(1) The dragon blood tree has two vigorous growth periods in spring and autumn every year. When the temperature is between 18 and 28 degrees Celsius, the temperature must be stable at a suitable temperature for about 15 days. This is the best time to cut the head.

(2) Half a month before beheading the dragon blood tree, apply fertilizer rich in nitrogen to the tree.

One week after fertilization, start limiting water for the dragon blood tree. Applying "nitrogen" can improve the germination efficiency after cutting. Limiting water can reduce the loss of sap from the wound.

(3) It is best to use sharp pruning shears for beheading, and then use a utility knife to trim the wound smooth.

The tools used in the operation must be sterilized to prevent infection of the wound. The wound after beheading is sealed with "wound healing agent" and then covered with a plastic bag to keep it moist and warm.

The beheaded dragon blood tree will sprout in about 15 days if it is placed in a cool and ventilated place.

When the new buds grow to about 5 cm, you can gradually increase the light exposure, so that the buds receive about 3 to 5 hours of light per day. Water thoroughly when the soil is dry. Fertilize frequently and lightly, and it is better to apply less fertilizer than more.

【Summarize】

You just need to do the beheading work during the peak growing season. With proper maintenance, 1 to 5 heads can sprout at a time, achieving the goal of turning a single head into multiple heads.