What to do if asparagus fern grows stems instead of leaves? Causes and treatment methods

Asparagus fern is evergreen all year round, and has strong joints. Its leaves are elegant and graceful, just like green clouds, giving people a sense of elegance and tranquility. It can be placed in many places, such as study, desk, bedroom, living room, which can show elegant taste. However, if this elegant and fresh asparagus fern is not well maintained, various problems will occur .

Although asparagus fern likes to grow in diffuse light, if there is a lack of light or too little light, it will grow too tall, resulting in the leaves being unable to grow while the stems continue to grow and elongate. Move the asparagus fern to a maintenance position and keep it in a place with sufficient diffuse light.

After asparagus fern absorbs enough sunlight, it will alleviate the problem of excessive growth and promote the growth of leaves. It should be noted that it cannot be placed in a location with strong light, as it will burn the branches or suppress the germination of new leaves.

If asparagus fern is watered too much, the roots will absorb a lot of water to supply its growth. The stems will grow longer, but the leaves will not grow normally. Watering should be controlled and an appropriate amount of water should be added. If there is too much water accumulation, the soil should be loosened and ventilated immediately to promote the discharge of excess water.

When the plant sprouts new buds in spring and autumn, the potting soil needs to be kept dry for a period of time. The plant lacks water for growth, and the new buds grow slowly. In this way, the growth height can be controlled. When leaves begin to sprout at the top of the new buds, watering is needed in time to promote leaf growth.

Excessive fertilization can also cause this situation, especially excessive nitrogen fertilizer, which will stimulate the growth of the stem. Cut off part of the stem of the asparagus fern, fertilize reasonably, control the application of nitrogen fertilizer, and apply some potassium dihydrogen phosphate in moderation. Potted asparagus fern does not like large amounts of fertilizer, especially excessive nitrogen fertilizer.

During the budding period of asparagus fern, in addition to controlling water, fertilization should also be controlled. Similarly, when the leaves of the plant begin to grow, you can use organic liquid fertilizer containing phosphorus and potassium elements to topdress repeatedly, but the amount of fertilizer should not be too large.

Although asparagus fern likes to grow in a warm environment, long-term high temperatures will cause the stems to grow. It is necessary to pinch the tips in time, adjust the temperature of the surrounding environment, and ventilate and cool down. When asparagus fern grows to a certain height, if it continues to grow taller, it is necessary to cut off the top branches to force the main trunk to sprout side buds. The disadvantage of this method is that it has too many artificial traces and it is difficult to form a natural and elegant posture for the plant to grow.