How to prune a dragon blood tree

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Pruning and shaping methods

There are two ways to prune and shape the dragon blood tree

First: cut it into a "T" shape. In this shape of dragon blood tree, the leaves only grow on the top of the main stem, and there are no leaves below the top. The whole plant is in the shape of the English letter T, so it is called T-shaped.

Procedure

First, cut off the leaves at the bottom of the main stem, and then make the main stem into a T shape.

Secondly, cut horizontally at a certain height, leaving only the new leaves on the top of the main stem. Remember to remove the side buds on the main stem at any time.

Finally, place the trimmed dragon blood tree in a ventilated and well-lit place and wait for a while, and it will be shaped into a T shape.

Second: pruning and branch retention. This shaping method is suitable for thin and weak plants because they are tender and not suitable for T-shape.

Procedure

That is, for plants that have lost their leaves over the years, select 2 to 3 side buds at appropriate positions on the left and right for cultivation. These buds should be kept at different heights. At the same time, water and fertilizer management should be strengthened.

Pruning and maintenance

Pay attention to maintenance after pruning the Dracaena tree. After you have pruned it according to your own preferences, you can cultivate the pruned branches and grow new life.

illumination

After pruning, the dragon blood tree should be placed in a ventilated place with sufficient light so that the leaves can carry out photosynthesis and promote the growth of branches and leaves.

Watering

After the dragon blood tree is pruned, it needs to be watered normally, after 10 am and before 6 pm every day. It should also be sprayed with water when it is particularly dry and hot to ensure the moisture of the leaves. In winter, you need to control watering and water once every 10 days.

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