What should I do if the succulent raindrops grow too tall?

What does the growth of succulent raindrops look like?

After the succulent raindrop plant grows too tall, its stems become thin and tender, and its leaves are sparse and narrow. It is easy to tilt and fall over, which will reduce its ornamental value and requires timely prevention and control.

Reasons for the elongation of succulent raindrops

The excessive growth of Raindrops may be caused by insufficient light, excessive watering or excessive nitrogen fertilizer. When caring for Raindrops, at least 4 hours of light must be ensured every day. If the light time is too short, it will cause the branches and leaves to grow wildly.

If the soil becomes dry during maintenance, water it immediately. You can follow the principle of watering when the soil is dry and wet when it is wet. Nitrogen fertilizer can accelerate cell division. If there is insufficient light at this time, the succulent raindrops will cause excessive growth.

How to deal with the overgrowth of succulent raindrops

1. Cut long branches short

When growing the succulent raindrops, if you find that the plant is growing too tall, you can use sterilized scissors to cut the long branches and leaves short to avoid the loss of excess nutrients, and then apply diluted carbendazim to the wound to prevent diseases and pests and allow it to grow healthily.

2. Suitable environment

The succulent Raindrops likes an environment with plenty of sunlight. It needs to be provided with sufficient light during the growth period and cannot be left alone in the shade. In addition, do not apply too much fertilizer, especially nitrogen fertilizer. Appropriate amounts of phosphorus and potassium fertilizers can reduce excessive growth. Watering should be done when the soil is dry and water should not be allowed to accumulate. It is best to control watering.