How to prune Chlorophytum comosum

When to prune Chlorophytum comosum

The Chlorophytum comosum grows very fast from March to September and needs to be pruned in time to make it grow more vigorously. Winter is its dormant period and it can also be pruned with little impact on it.

How to prune the branches of Chlorophytum comosum

Chlorophytum comosum will stop growing in winter and enter a dormant period. Be sure to promptly prune off some unhealthy branches such as diseased and insect-infested branches, overlapping branches, parallel branches, thin branches, aging branches, inward-growing branches and leggy branches. This way, you can prevent diseases and insects from invading other healthy branches.

You can also take the measure of pinching, that is, cut off the top of the longer middle branches to encourage new buds to grow. You can also pinch it several times later to make the plant shape become fuller.

Tips for pruning Chlorophytum comosum

During the period of vigorous growth of Chlorophytum comosum, the dense branches and leaves can be pruned to concentrate the nutrients in the remaining branches and leaves. During the winter dormancy period, old branches, dead branches, and diseased branches can be cut off to promote ventilation and light transmission of the plant. You can also pinch the top to promote the growth of side branches, which will result in more flowers.

We need to observe the plants carefully and properly prune off some old branches, diseased branches, dead branches and crossed branches to reduce nutrient consumption, increase light transmission and ventilation, and promote the growth of other branches.

Precautions for pruning Chlorophytum comosum

1. Chlorophytum comosum grows vigorously in spring and autumn, so it is best to prune it at this time. After pruning, it must be kept in a cool, ventilated and warm environment. In addition, the temperature and humidity must be controlled during maintenance. After pruning, water it appropriately to keep the soil slightly moist.

2. The branches of the Chlorophytum comosum need to be pruned appropriately to reduce the consumption of some nutrients and promote the increase in the number of flowers.