How to prevent money plant from growing too much? Does it need to be pruned after it grows too much?

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1. How to prevent leggy growth

2. Does it need to be trimmed after it grows too long?

If the money plant is not exposed to enough light for a long time, it will cause leggy growth. Be sure to ensure adequate sunlight and keep it in a place with good light. Excessive water supply will also cause growth problems and cause the plants to grow leggy. Keep the pot soil moist at all times and avoid water accumulation. Fertilizer application needs to be correct and balanced, and nitrogen fertilizer cannot be used alone. You can also use medicine to dilute chlormequat with water and spray it on the plants.

1. How to prevent leggy growth

1. Ensure sunlight: Money grass cannot grow without sunlight. If there is insufficient light for a long time, leggy growth will occur. Therefore, you must ensure good sunlight, keep it in a place with good light, and receive 4-6 hours of light every day. It cannot be grown in the shade all the time, especially during the period of vigorous growth.

2. Water properly: Although Desmodium likes water, it should not be watered too much. Excessive watering will also cause growth problems and cause the plant to grow elongated. Just keep the pot soil moist at ordinary times, and be sure not to accumulate water. If there is too much water, place it in a well-ventilated place to promote evaporation.

3. Correct fertilization: Fertilizer needs to be applied correctly and maintained. The balance of nitrogen fertilizer cannot be used alone, otherwise it will cause the branches to elongate. Fertilizer can be applied reasonably at ordinary times to maintain a balance of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium fertilizers, and not too much.

4. With the help of drugs: To prevent the growth of money grass, you can also use drugs to dilute chlormequat with water and spray it on the plants.

2. Does it need to be pruned after it grows too long?

If the branches of the money plant become longer, it will be easier to fall over. You can prune the branches that are too long and pay attention to the later maintenance and management.

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