What should I do if my succulent Oplina grows too long?

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1. Increase lighting

2. Control watering

3. Apply less nitrogen fertilizer

4. Proper pruning

There are many reasons why Opelina may grow too long. If the environment is dark, you need to place it in a sunny place to receive light every day. If it is because there is too much water, you need to control the amount of water at ordinary times and maintain good ventilation to speed up the evaporation of water. If it is due to partial application of nitrogen fertilizer, you need to pay attention to the amount of fertilizer. If the excessive growth is too serious, you can also prune it appropriately to allow it to grow and develop again.

1. Increase light

The main reason why Opelina grows too long is insufficient light. As a succulent, it cannot grow without the sun. It must be placed in a sunny place so that it can receive light all day long, so that it can have a preventive effect. However, it is still necessary to provide adequate shade from the scorching sun in summer, otherwise the plants will be easily sunburned.

2. Control watering

Another main reason why succulent Oplina grows too much is because of too much water. Adequate water will speed up the growth of the plant, but it will also cause it to grow looser. Do not water too much at ordinary times. Be sure to wait until the soil is completely dry before watering thoroughly. A dry and wet environment is more conducive to its development.

3. Apply less nitrogen fertilizer

If you apply nitrogen fertilizer to Opelina, it will also cause it to grow excessively. However, this situation is often rare. This plant is very resistant to barrenness, so it is rare to over-fertilize, and compound fertilizer or organic fertilizer is generally used. The interval between fertilization is usually one month, and fertilization can be suspended if the plants are growing well.

4. Proper pruning

Austin After Pulina grows too long, the most direct way is to trim it. Cut off the parts that have started to grow and keep the original compact areas so that the plant can grow and develop again. After pruning, place it in a semi-shady place to allow the wound to dry and avoid infection. In addition, the cut part can also be used for cuttings, so that you can have a new plant.

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