The correct method and technique of pinching succulents (how to deal with watering after pinching succulents)

How to pinch the succulent plants

Succulent plants are now a favorite potted plant for many people. They have cute appearance, colorful colors, and change colors with the seasons. Now many people like to grow old succulent plants with many heads, such as the Master Plant and Ice Plum Succulent.

Most of them achieve the purpose by pinching the tops. In fact, succulents are easy to grow and live. You don't need to worry too much. In most cases, succulents will not be hurt. If you are afraid of hurting succulents, refer to the following precautions and methods.

First, disinfect the tools for pinching

When we grow succulents, we will use some small scissors. Small scissors can be used for pruning, pinching, beheading, etc.

You can disinfect it before use by burning it at high temperature or boiling it in boiling water. When pruning, try to reduce the infection of the wound.

Second, wound treatment after pinching

When pinching the tops of succulents, choose sunny weather to reduce the probability of infection from the wounds. The wounds of succulents can usually be left to dry.

If you are worried about hurting the succulents and the wound getting infected, you can apply carbendazim to achieve the effect of disinfection and sterilization.

Third, maintenance and management after pinching

After pinching, place the succulents in a cool and ventilated place for maintenance. After the wound heals, expose them to the sun. Do not water them before the wound heals . Water them only after the wound heals. Do not fertilize them. Only by pinching and doing a good job of maintenance and management can the damage to succulents be reduced.

[Summary] In fact, it is relatively easy to pinch the tops of succulents. Depending on the type of succulent, use tools or your hands to pull off the small head in the middle. After removing the small head, you can remove the other leaves.

Then apply some carbendazim on the wound and place it in a cool and ventilated place for maintenance. Do not expose it to the sun, do not water it, and do not fertilize it. Wait until the wound recovers before performing other maintenance .