What should I do if the Staghorn Begonia grows too tall?

What does the leggy growth of Staghorn Begonia look like?

If the Staghorn Begonia is not properly maintained during the maintenance period, it will grow too tall, causing its branches to grow relatively slender, the distance between the leaves to be too scattered, the plant shape to not look very compact, the ornamental value to be greatly reduced, and it is also not conducive to its subsequent growth and development.

Causes of the Leaning Growth of Staghorn Begonia

1. The main reason why Staghorn Begonia grows too tall is that the light is too dim. It has been in a dark environment for a long time without sufficient sunlight, so its branches will grow too fast, becoming more and more slender, and the plant shape will be too scattered.

2. The excessive growth of Staghorn Begonia is also related to the lack of good fertilizer and water management. It is relatively drought-resistant and is also afraid of waterlogging. Therefore, if it is watered excessively, it will grow excessively and the leaves will grow thinner.

How to deal with the excessive growth of Staghorn Begonia

1. When the Staghorn Begonia starts to grow too tall, you can prune it, cut off the tops of the overgrown branches, and then propagate it by cuttings after the wounds have dried. This not only controls its growth, but also allows you to plant new plants.

2. After the Staghorn Begonia starts to grow too tall, it needs to be placed in a place with sufficient light, preferably full sun, so that it can quickly resume its growth, and the branches and leaves will become more compact and look fuller.

3. When watering and fertilizing the Staghorn Begonia, it needs to be done reasonably, preferably according to its growth conditions. It is necessary to avoid waterlogging and fertilizer damage, so as to prevent the branches and leaves from growing too long.