How to cut the roots of pothos

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1. Root pruning method

2. Precautions

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When the root system of pothos grows relatively long, or the root system is dry, old or rotten, it should be pruned off. When pruning, use sterilized scissors to cut off all the roots that are not growing well. After pruning the roots, apply some plant ash to the incision. After disinfection, it will be easier for the plants to be potted to recover and no infection will occur.

1. Root pruning method

1. Root pruning method

In fact, pruning the root system of pothos is very simple. First, take the plant out of the pot soil, clean all the flower soil on it, and then disinfect the scissors. Use sterilized scissors to cut off all dry, rotten, old and poorly growing roots, leaving only the main healthy roots.

After pruning, apply it on the root incision Some plant ash can sterilize and prevent black rot, and it will recover in a shorter time after replanting. Under normal circumstances, if you provide proper water after repotting, it will grow normally in about a week.

2. Precautions

1 2. Root pruning time: Try to avoid pruning its roots in the cold winter. The plant's growth ability is very poor at this time. If it is done at this time, it will be very detrimental to its recovery. It is best to wait until the next spring. carried out at the time.

2. Many people think that water cultivation does not require root pruning. In fact, water cultivation also requires pruning unhealthy root systems, but its aerial roots must be retained.

2. Precautions

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