What should I do if Xiuyan grows too tall?

1. What is leggy growth?

This is a common phenomenon when growing succulents. Specifically, it refers to the originally compact shape, but suddenly the stems and leaves begin to stretch wildly, the leaves droop, and the branches and leaves become extremely slender, but very weak. This phenomenon will reduce the ornamental value of the plant, which is the last thing growers want to see.

2. Possible causes and solutions

(1) The first possible reason is that there is too much N fertilizer in the soil. We all know that the element N can accelerate the cell division rate of plants. Well, if photosynthesis at this time cannot keep up with the speed of cell division, the plant will grow too tall and may even fall over easily. If this is the reason, then we have to adjust the frequency and type of fertilizer used. It is possible to appropriately reduce the frequency of topdressing or change the type.

(2) The second reason may be too much watering. If too much water is absorbed by the plant and the sunlight is relatively weak at this time, then the water will not be able to be consumed by the plant, and it will accumulate in the stem, where the vacuoles will expand and cause excessive growth. If this is the reason, then we need to adjust the watering, water less, and keep the soil in a semi-dry and semi-wet state.

(3) The last reason is insufficient light. For this reason, we can place it on the balcony where it can receive direct sunlight, not behind the glass on the windowsill.