What should I do if my yellow-haired palm grows too long?

What does yellow hair palm look like?

The internodes of the yellow-haired palm are flat and shaped like rabbit ears. The leaves are covered with golden fluff. Compared with ordinary cacti, the yellow-haired palm looks petite and cute. It is currently a very popular small and fresh desktop potted plant. If it is not properly maintained, it will grow too tall, and the internodes will become longer and longer, and it will fall over.

Causes of the growth of yellow hair palm

The most important reason for the excessive growth of yellow-hair palm is the lack of light. If the maintenance environment is dark, it is difficult to carry out photosynthesis and the branches and leaves will grow wildly. In addition, too much watering and improper fertilization will also cause the yellow-hair palm to grow excessively.

How to deal with the excessive growth of yellow-haired palm

1. Lack of sunlight

Cactus plants prefer a dry, warm and sunny environment. Long-term lack of sunlight and excessive watering will easily lead to excessive growth, and the internodes will become slender and weak, and they will also easily fall over. Sufficient light needs to be provided during the growth period of the cactus, and there is no pressure even to grow it outdoors. In spring and autumn, it should be grown outdoors in a sunny and well-ventilated place as much as possible, and watering should be controlled at normal times.

2. Lack of nutrients

Although the yellow-haired palm can tolerate poor soil, it will grow poorly due to long-term lack of nutrients. Therefore, it is necessary to apply thin fertilizers frequently to promote growth. Organic fertilizers and diluted liquid fertilizers can be used as the main fertilizers. Apply 1-2 times a month during the growing season. Be careful not to apply nitrogen fertilizers too much and do not fertilize frequently, otherwise it will grow too tall.