How to trim coleus

Pinch the tops of the leaves several times during the growing season

During the growth period of this plant, it is necessary to pinch the top of the plant more often when it grows 4-6 leaves to stimulate the secretion of hormones. This can allow for rapid development, making the appearance fuller and suitable for viewing needs as soon as possible. In order to make the leaves more aesthetically pleasing, the leaf inflorescences should be removed immediately once they are formed. Among them, for mother plants for seed preservation, the number of pinching should be reduced to allow them to complete flowering and fruiting before winter.

Leave the branches after flowering and cut off the excess

After the flowering period of coleus, it is also necessary to trim it appropriately. Keep 2-3 sections of branches and cut off the rest to encourage the plant to grow new branches, allowing it to continue growing and maintain vitality.

After pruning, ensure the living environment required for its growth

Coleus is suitable for growing under light conditions. With the sunlight, the leaves can become bright and beautiful. The suitable temperature for growing coleus is 20-25 degrees Celsius. Therefore, in summer, in order to ensure that the leaves are shiny, shading treatment is needed to prevent direct exposure to strong sunlight. Also, spray water on the leaves to lower the surrounding temperature. In winter, it should also be brought indoors and spent in a greenhouse.

In summary, the daily management of coleus is not very complicated, so it is widely present in our lives. I believe that if everyone remembers the above points and masters the period and scale of pruning, through careful cultivation and meticulous pruning, coleus will fully display its beauty and add beauty and color to life!