Why do the cut longevity flower seedlings grow "thin and short" with few side buds? There are three main reasons
Kalanchoe flower cuttings are something that every flower lover likes to do, because longevity flower cuttings are very easy to survive, but there are also Many flower lovers are very troubled that the seedlings they cut have survived, but they never grow big, there are no side buds, the growth is very weak, and there is no energy.
Sanmao will share with you today, because some flower lovers in our family have limited conditions for growing longevity flowers, and if they do not supplement nutrients after they survive, it will cause it to be thinner. In fact, there are three main reasons. .
The first thing is the temperature requirements of cuttings and seedlings. It is best to control it between 18 and 28 degrees. This temperature will grow the fastest. If the temperature is above 30 degrees, its growth rate will slow down. If it continues to be higher than 35 degrees, it will enter dormancy. Too low a temperature will also affect growth, so the temperature must be controlled well.
The second step is to pinch the tip. When it grows to a certain height, you can pinch it and top it, which can quickly differentiate the side buds.
The last one is to replenish it with nutrients regularly. As for fertilizer, you can choose it by yourself. Just choose some fertilizers with relatively high nitrogen content and lack of other elements, such as our common Huaduoduo, or use your own fertilizer and water. Yes, enough water and fertilizer can make the seedlings grow more vigorously and have strong branches
