How do you prune the branches of a pencil cactus? An introduction to the latest method

Valentine's Day has just passed not long ago, and today Shuanshuai is going to talk about the pencil cactus. Has its name successfully caught your attention? And why is it called the pencil cactus? There is a reason for this, because it only has branches and no leaves. The whole tree does not have a single leaf, just like a person without hair, so people call it the pencil cactus. So how should the pencil cactus be pruned? Below, Shuanshuai will tell everyone about it!

1. Tools used for pruning

First of all, if we want to prune, we need to prepare the tools first. Scissors are essential, so we will not say more about that. In addition, we also need to prepare some protective tools, because the pencil cactus is toxic, and the toxicity of its branches and leaves is relatively strong, so we must first protect ourselves from harm. The facial features and any places that may come into contact with it must be protected. When cutting, it is very likely to splash onto our skin and cause certain harm, so we need to prepare a pair of latex gloves, a face shield, glasses, and other protective gear.

2. The best time for pruning

The best time for pruning is when repotting on Singles' Day. It can also be done while changing the soil and pot. Generally, it is pruned once before repotting, so how should it be pruned after repotting? First, after taking protective measures, take the pencil cactus out, and then carry out the pruning work on it.

3. Pruning method

For pruning, you can observe from its roots. First, we must clearly determine what to prune. Pruning is mainly to cut off some relatively old parts and older ones. If the root system is rotten, it must be cut off in time, and weak roots should also be appropriately cut off. After cutting these off, observe the density of the branches, and cut off the places with dense growth. If it is still dense after cutting, you can further carefully prune and tidy it yourself. In addition, also observe the condition of diseased branches and damaged branches. These branches are also what we need to cut off. Among the cut branches, if some have relatively good growth, they can be kept and used as stem-cutting material for cuttings.

The above are the methods and steps for pruning the branches of the pencil cactus. Have you all learned them? During the pruning process, we mainly need to be careful not to let the sap splash onto our faces, protect ourselves well, and also not prune too many times. The pencil cactus is not tolerant of heavy pruning.