What to do if the succulent spring sprouts grow too tall

What does the growth of succulent spring look like?

If the succulent spring sprouts are not properly maintained, they will grow too tall, the upper and lower distances between leaves will be lengthened, the plant shape will be loose, the leaf color will become dull, the ornamental value will be greatly reduced, and it will be difficult to grow an old spring sprout stump.

The reason why succulents grow too long in spring

1. Insufficient light: Succulent plants like to grow in an environment with plenty of sunlight. The more light there is, the more transparent the leaves will be and the more beautiful they will look. On the contrary, if they are kept in a dark environment, the plants will grow too tall.

2. Excessive watering: If there is no problem with the light, then the excessive growth of spring sprouts is most likely caused by excessive watering. Because novices like to water plants the most, and spring sprouts are more drought-resistant. Once it is watered too much, the leaves of spring sprouts will grow wildly and look ugly. In severe cases, it will cause root rot, causing spring sprouts to become waterlogged and endanger the life of the plant.

How to deal with the leggy growth of succulent plants in spring

If the reason for the leggy growth of succulent plants in spring is insufficient light, then provide additional light in time. If there is too much watering, control the water. If root rot occurs, remove the plants from the pots, cut off the rotten roots, and then replant them. By doing this, the leggy growth of spring sprouts will be suppressed, and then the leggy plants can be beheaded to remedy the situation.

Cut the parts of the spring sprouts that are too long to the length you want. After cutting, not only can the beauty of the plant be restored, but it can also promote the branching of the mother plant, so as to achieve the purpose of spring sprouts blooming out of the pot. If you don’t want to waste the cut off part, you can also use it for cuttings. After drying the wound, insert the cut top part into slightly moist potting soil, and it will become a new spring sprout plant.