How to prune the goldfish plant? Pinch back appropriately for more flowers

Growing Techniques Jan 1, 1970 0 views

The goldfish plant (Nematanthus gregarius) should be familiar to everyone; it is a very popular potted plant, and its emerald green leaves and goldfish-like flowers make people love it endlessly. But wanting to see those little golden goldfish is not so simple, because it needs pruning, and this is a technical job

1. How to prune the goldfish plant, timing/methods

The goldfish plant is very beautiful after blooming, there is no doubt about that, but if the vines are too long and nutrients cannot be transported properly, it may lead to fewer flowers, so proper pruning is very important. As for how to prune the goldfish plant, this requires us to prune at the right time and with the right methods, and we will continue below to look at the specific steps.

2. Pruning methods for the goldfish plant

(1) Purpose of pruning

Before pruning the goldfish plant, we need to know one thing, and that is that pruning is indispensable for the growth of the goldfish plant, so everyone must be attentive! Overall, the purpose of pruning the goldfish plant is to prevent excessive growth of the plant's branches and leaves, control the branches so they grow to a certain height, make the branches and leaves strong and vigorous, and promote branching of the plant.

(2) Pruning time

If it is a goldfish plant you propagated yourself, after it takes root and survives, after about 2 months, you can pinch it back. As for how to propagate the goldfish plant, it was introduced in detail earlier, so we will not say more here.

After the first pruning, fill in soil and pot it in a fixed position, and after potting, when the new branches grow to a certain length, pinch back again, so that the branches and leaves spread out and form a drooping branch shape, which looks more beautiful.

(3) Pruning methods

Pruning the goldfish plant, simply put, means pinching back. Pinching back before the plant becomes leggy: pinch back each branch one by one. After doing this, not only does the plant shape look good, but the branches also become thick and woody, which helps resist disease, and most importantly it can also increase the number of flowers. As for how to pinch back the goldfish plant, there is a separate introduction, and those interested can go take a detailed look.

(4) Precautions when pruning

Pruning a plant is a technical job; if pruned well it looks beautiful, but if pruned poorly it will ruin everything. So mastering the pruning methods for the goldfish plant is not enough; everyone should also understand some pruning precautions, as follows:

1. The pruning time must be controlled well, neither too early nor too late. Too early will affect root growth and lead to weak seedlings; too late will cause the plant to become leggy and unattractive. It is not too late to prune after the branches and leaves have grown a bit larger and thicker.

2. After each pruning, the goldfish plant needs to be placed in a place with sufficient sunlight, in order to prevent the new branches and leaves from growing blindly. In addition, after each pruning, the wounds must be disinfected and protected to prevent infection due to exposed wounds.

Regarding the pruning methods for the goldfish plant, the editor will introduce them here. Have you all learned them? Overall, the goldfish plant is not easy to grow. Besides following the goldfish plant's cultivation methods strictly to care for it, you should also prune it at the appropriate time, so that you can grow a beautiful pot of goldfish plant.

How to pinch back the goldfish plant, illustrated guide to pinching and topping the goldfish plant / prune in May for more flowers

As a beautiful indoor potted plant, the goldfish plant is kept in many people's homes, but wanting to grow it well is not simple. In daily life, flower lovers who grow the goldfish plant all want to pinch it back, because pinching back can make the goldfish plant produce more branches and avoid leggy growth. So how do you pinch back the goldfish plant? Next, the editor will bring you an illustrated guide to pinching and topping the goldfish plant.

1. How to pinch back the goldfish plant, timing/methods

The goldfish plant grows fast and looks lush with branches and leaves, but being too lush is not good, because if the vines are too long and nutrients cannot be transported properly, it may lead to fewer flowers, so pinching back is very important, as it can dwarf the goldfish plant and avoid leggy growth. As for how to pinch back the goldfish plant, this requires pruning at the right time.

2. Illustrated guide to pinching and topping the goldfish plant

1. Pinching time

Under normal circumstances, everyone can choose to pinch back in May-June, but individual cases still need to be determined according to the growth condition of the goldfish plant. The specific pinching time is best in the morning.

If it is a goldfish plant you propagated yourself, after it takes root and survives, after about 2 months, you can pinch it back. After pinching back, fill in soil and pot it in a fixed position, and after potting, when the new branches grow to a certain length, pinch back again, so that the branches and leaves spread out and form a drooping branch shape, which looks more beautiful.

2. Pinching location/purpose

The purpose of pinching back the goldfish plant is to prevent excessive growth of the plant's branches and leaves, control the branches so they grow to a certain height, make the branches and leaves strong and vigorous, and promote branching of the plant. So the pruning location for the goldfish plant is the topmost end of each branch, as only this way can the greatest pruning effect be achieved.

3. Pinching methods

How do you pinch back the goldfish plant? After making the above preparations, you can formally begin pinching back. Specific operation: use scissors to cut off the topmost 1/3 of each new branch of the goldfish plant. After cutting, promptly deal with the leaves at the cut, and you can directly clean them away, which helps the growth of new buds.

Note that when pinching back, do not cut the main branch. After pinching back, it must not be placed in the sun to dry; move it to a place that is both cool and ventilated, and after no liquid is coming out of the cut, move the potted plant into the sunlight. Watering and fertilizing are the same, both must wait until the cut has dried before being carried out.

4. Precautions

1. The pinching time must be controlled well, neither too early nor too late. Too early will affect root growth and lead to weak seedlings; too late will cause the plant to become leggy and unattractive. It is not too late to prune after the branches and leaves have grown a bit larger and thicker.

2. Pinching back will control the height of the goldfish plant, and at the same time it will also speed up the growth of its side branches. So in daily care, in order to avoid leggy growth of the side branches, proper pruning should also be carried out.

3. The number of times to pinch back the goldfish plant should be determined according to its own growth condition, but all pinching actions must be stopped before the goldfish plant's flowering period.

How to pinch and top the goldfish plant (illustrated) How to prune the goldfish plant

The goldfish plant is one of the flowering potted plants that many people like to grow, but some flower lovers find that the goldfish plant they grow easily becomes leggy, causing it to lose all its beauty. In fact, everyone can choose to top the goldfish plant, that is, pinch it back, which can not only prevent it from becoming leggy, but also help it enter the flowering period faster. Let's learn the topping techniques together with the editor below!

How to pinch and top the goldfish plant (illustrated)

1. Choice of pinching time

Usually May to June is chosen, but individual cases still need to be determined according to the growth condition of the goldfish plant. Pinching back should be done in the morning.

2. Choice of pinching location

The topmost end of each branch of the goldfish plant.

3. Pinching methods

Use scissors, preferably flower scissors specially used for pruning plants, to cut off the topmost 1/3 of each new branch. After cutting, promptly deal with the leaves at the cut, and you can directly clean them away, which helps the growth of new buds. But when pinching back, do not cut the main branch. After pinching back, it must not be placed in the sun to dry; move it to a place that is both cool and ventilated, and after no liquid is coming out of the cut, then move it into the sunlight. Watering and fertilizing are the same, both must wait until the cut has dried before being carried out.

4. Precautions

Pruning side branches: pinching back will control the height of the goldfish plant, and this will also speed up the growth of its side branches at the same time, so in daily care you must pay attention and not let its side branches become leggy; proper pruning should also be carried out.

Number of pinchings: the number of times to pinch back should be determined according to the growth condition of the goldfish plant, but all pinching actions must be stopped before the goldfish plant's flowering period. The goldfish plant can bloom multiple times within a year, and the intervals between flowering periods are also different, so in daily life you must observe more and then pinch back.

How to prune the goldfish plant

1. Pruning time

After the goldfish plant grows normally, pay attention to management to help it grow new branches, and when it can be pinched back, pinch it back so that it branches more. Generally, pinching back can be carried out around two months after survival, and then it can be potted in a fixed position with soil. After potting, when the new branches grow to a certain length, pinching back can be carried out, so that the branches and leaves spread out and form a drooping branch shape, which looks more beautiful and full of artistic sense.

2. Daily pruning

When the goldfish plant has not become leggy, pinching back can be carried out branch by branch. Doing this not only makes the plant shape look better as it grows, but the branches also become thick and woody, which helps resist disease, and can also support the weight of the whole plant's branches hanging down. Most importantly, doing this increases the number of flowers.

Why the goldfish plant does not bloom

1. Insufficient light: the goldfish plant likes a shady environment, but light is essential for green leafy plants to survive. While enjoying the warmth of the sun, it accumulates nutrients for itself, and insufficient light leads to poor plant growth, let alone blooming.

2. Improper watering: the goldfish plant likes a cool and dry environment, and has a short dormant period in winter, blooming after it wakes up. If watered too much, it easily causes the stems and branches to soften and rot and die. If the plant is infected by pests or diseases, it is very difficult for it to bloom.

3. Poor ventilation: the goldfish plant most fears being kept stuffy. If the growing environment has no circulating air, the leaves will gradually wilt and turn yellow, and normal growth will be inhibited. If it happens to be in the flowering season, the flower buds cannot grow normally and it will be difficult to bloom.

Growth habits of the goldfish plant

It likes high temperature, high humidity, and a shady environment. If it is placed in the sun for a long time, or if it is too dry or the winter temperature is too low, it will cause leaf drop. The goldfish plant is most prone to losing leaves in winter, and this is related to temperature. The suitable growth temperature for the goldfish plant is 18-22°C, and it fears low temperatures. If the temperature is below 10°C for two consecutive days, the leaves begin to turn yellow and dry out, until even a very slight vibration will cause leaf drop. Besides low temperature, if the temperature continuously exceeds 30°C, it will also drop leaves. In summer's high temperatures, the goldfish plant grows very slowly or almost stops growing. At this time, appropriate shading measures should be taken so that it can grow vigorously and not drop leaves.

As stated above, now everyone should understand how to top and pinch back! In fact, if you want the plant to be more beautiful, you must pay attention to pruning and care. This can not only extend its lifespan but also make it more beautiful and elegant!