How to prune the general column

When should the general column be trimmed?

Pruning time : It is best to prune the general column on a sunny day, not in the rainy season, because rain can easily produce bacteria.

After pruning the general column, select healthy branches about 10 cm long, cut off the lower leaves, leaving only 3 to 4 leaves, prepare well-drained and loose soil, and insert the plant directly into the soil-filled flowerpot, with a depth of about 1/3 of the branch.

General column pruning

1. Beheading: The general column can be beheaded. Prune off the top growth advantage to promote the germination of more branches and let it send out side buds. After beheading, pay attention to disinfect the wound of the mother plant. Do not let it get wet or be infected with pathogens.

2. Pruning branches and leaves: In addition to beheading, the general column also needs to prune the leaves. Prune away dead leaves, diseased leaves, and old leaves to avoid consuming nutrients, maintain the light transmittance of the whole plant, help the branches and leaves grow greener, and reduce the occurrence of diseases and pests.

Tips for pruning general column

After pruning the General Column succulent, the incision can be disinfected immediately with potassium permanganate solution. This can effectively prevent the wound from being infected by pathogens and place it in a ventilated environment to accelerate wound healing.

Pruning of the General's Column

The flowering period of the General Column is in summer. If you want it to bloom more flowers, you need to prune it in time in spring to save nutrients, and then place it in a warm and well-ventilated place so that it can bloom faster.

General column pruning precautions

The General Column rarely needs pruning. When yellow or diseased leaves are found, the dead leaves should be pruned off as soon as possible to avoid infection and save unnecessary nutrient consumption. In addition, if the plant shows excessive growth, it can also be pruned. Directly cut the head and place it in a ventilated place to dry the wound as soon as possible. The cut part can continue to reproduce, and the survival rate is high.