In which month should all the leaves of Amaryllis be cut off (how to cut the leaves and to what extent)

Amaryllis is a very ornamental plant and is also quite common. When Amaryllis blooms, the flowers are particularly large and the colors are particularly bright, so it is also loved by many flower lovers.

But in the process of cultivation, some problems are found, such as the leaves growing wildly, which makes the whole plant look very messy and loses its ornamental effect. So should it be pruned? What should be paid attention to when making modifications?

When should the leaves of Amaryllis be cut off?

First of all, Amaryllis is a plant with high ornamental value. If the leaves grow wildly, it will greatly affect the appearance and lose its ornamental value.

For this, proper pruning is required, and it is best to choose to prune the leaves in October-November in autumn . Because after October, the leaves of Amaryllis will slowly wither, and the withered leaves can be cut off at any time.

  If it is December and the leaves of the amaryllis you grow at home are still green and growing, you have to cut the leaves if you want it to bloom during the Chinese New Year.

Precautions for pruning leaves of Amaryllis

After Amaryllis blooms, the pedicels should be cut off appropriately . In addition, you can choose winter to wait for the leaves to gradually wither before pruning, which can minimize the damage to the plant.

When pruning the leaves of Amaryllis, one thing you need to pay attention to is the temperature . In some relatively warm environments, especially in many southern cities, after October, the climate is still relatively warm, and Amaryllis grows better.

But after flowering, you still have to ruthlessly cut off the flower stalks near the junction of the flower stems . Keep the wound dry, you can wipe it with a napkin or towel, and at the same time control the watering and keep the soil slightly dry.

When pruning Amaryllis, you should first observe and remove the branches and leaves with yellow leaves or weak vitality . In addition, those that are too dense or too long need to be pruned to better ensure the beauty. It is generally more appropriate to prune the pedicel near the ball.