In which months should Kalanchoe be pruned? How to prune to make it bloom?

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1. Pruning time

2. How to prune to make flowers bloom

Significant pruning of longevity flowers can be carried out around May in spring and August in autumn. Spring pruning is mainly to top it off so that it can grow more branches. Pruning in autumn in August can make the plant grow better, and it will recover faster at this time. After flowering, cut off the second pair of leaves and flower branches. Keep some branches before July and cut off the rest to help it bloom.

1. Pruning time

It is best to prune longevity flowers in spring and autumn. Spring can be around May, and autumn is usually around August.

1. Spring pruning: In May of spring, after the flowers fade. The main thing is to top it so that it can sprout more branches and leaves, which will make the next flowering more lush.

2. Autumn pruning: almost right around August In autumn, when the plant is in its growth stage, a severe pruning is very beneficial to its growth. However, do not prune after entering autumn to avoid cutting off the flower branches and affecting flowering.

2. How to prune to bloom

1. If you want it to bloom more, you need to do a major pruning after blooming, and prune off the second pair of leaves and flower branches under the branches at the same time. When pruning before July, you can prune again, as long as you keep 3cm of branches, and cut off the rest.

2. Wait for a while and it will grow. Young shoots that will later exceed about 10-15cm must also be cut off. However, avoid pruning in winter and during the flowering period, as it will affect flowering.

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