Cultivation and pruning of purple-leafed spider plant

Purple-leafed spider plant is also called hanging bamboo plum . It is a spider plant that blooms very quickly. It is easy to maintain, has strong adaptability, is relatively drought-resistant, but not very cold-resistant. It is not picky about soil, and grows best in well-drained, loose and fertile sandy soil. Let’s talk about the cultivation and pruning of purple-leafed spider plant.

1. Cultivation method of purple leaf spider plant

1. Light: Purple-leafed spider plant likes bright light, but not direct sunlight. It can be placed indoors on a balcony or next to a window to avoid direct sunlight.

2. Temperature: The suitable growth temperature for purple-leafed spider plant is between 15C and 25C, and it can adapt to a wide temperature range.

3. Water management: Purple-leafed spider plant needs to maintain moderate moisture during its growth period, but avoid waterlogging. Each time you water, wait until the soil surface is slightly dry before watering again. You can also use a spray bottle to spray water on the leaves to increase humidity.

4. Fertilization: Purple-leafed spider plant needs appropriate amounts of nutrients during its growth period. You can choose indoor flower fertilizers rich in nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, and apply them once every two weeks.

5. Pruning: If the purple-leafed spider plant grows too vigorously, you can prune it in time to control its growth. It is recommended to prune in spring to remove overly long or unhealthy branches.

6. Reproduction: Purple-leafed spider plant can be propagated by two methods: cuttings and division. When taking cuttings, you can insert the stem segments into moist sandy soil, and they will take root after one to two months. Division is the process of dividing a larger plant into several parts and then replanting them into new individuals.

2. Pruning method of purple leaf spider plant

1. Pruning during the seedling stage

Purple-leafed spider plant needs to be pruned during the seedling stage. At this time, it is generally topped and pinched. The young buds on the top branches and leaves of the plant can be cut off. This is done to remove the apical dominance of the plant and allow its side buds to sprout. Through pinching, it can grow more luxuriantly.

2. Pruning during the growing season

Purple-leafed spider plant also needs to be pruned during the growing season. At this time, it is inevitable that there will be some dense branches and thin branches. These branches and leaves are not conducive to the growth of the plant and will compete for the plant's growth space. Timely pruning can increase the overall light transmittance of the plant, so that it will have more ornamental value.

3. Notes

When pruning purple-leafed spider plants, you need to avoid doing it in rainy weather, otherwise the plants will easily be infected by bacteria. It is also best to use sterilized sharp scissors for pruning. After that, good maintenance and management are required. It is best to place the plant in a semi-shaded and ventilated environment for a period of time so that it can resume growth faster.

That’s it