Can a root system that is too long still survive after being cut short? These plants grow more vigorously the more you prune them

June is approaching, and temperatures have been gradually rising in many places. Flowers and plants on balconies are showing yellow leaves, leaf drop, and long branches, looking messy and chaotic. At this time, simply giving the plants a "haircut" will make them look brand new. So which flowers, when pruned in May and June, will grow even more vigorously and "burst out of their pots"? Let's find out together below.

Zamioculcas zamiifolia (money tree)

Its leaves resemble ancient coins. Keeping it at home not only symbolizes bringing in wealth and treasure, but in the sunlight it appears even more radiant and shining. However, in the hot summer, its emerald green luster fades, yellow leaves and leaf drop become more and more frequent, and it looks listless. At this time, all it needs is a "shaved head" and it will quickly fill out again. When pruning, you can choose to cut it right down to the roots, that is, cut off all the leaves above. Doing so allows nutrients to flow back to the roots, prompting the money tree to sprout new shoots. When pruning, it is recommended to use a sharp knife, and the cuts should be neat. Afterwards, place it in a spot with scattered light, and after the wounds heal, use a fertilizer with balanced nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium content (it can be buried or watered on).

Schlumbergera (crab claw orchid)

As temperatures rise, the crab claw orchid will also grow more and more slowly, because in summer the crab claw orchid goes dormant. At this time, you can take the opportunity to help it prune excess leaves. It is recommended to first cut off branches that are too long, too dense, or too thick, leaving a length of about 5~8 cm. After pruning, it will look like a flat-top haircut. This not only allows the crab claw orchid to ventilate well, but also avoids root and leaf rot from high temperature and high humidity. It also lets the crab claw orchid save nutrient consumption, so it can better get through the summer. When autumn arrives, it will once again bloom abundantly, bursting out of its pot.

Asparagus setaceus (asparagus fern)

The asparagus fern is called the "elegant bamboo" by gardening enthusiasts, simply because its posture is free and easy and it has the delicate beauty of bamboo. It is a green plant that many people like. It grows very quickly in winter and spring, but by summer it becomes a mess, like a person with disheveled hair, and there is so much dust on the leaves that one cannot bear to look at it. At this time, it is most suitable to give the asparagus fern a "shaved head." Specifically, leave about 5 cm of branches measured from the roots, then cut off everything above. Doing so allows nutrients to flow back to the roots, thereby promoting the asparagus fern to grow new shoots.
But note that you should not water before or after pruning. After the wounds dry, you can use some diluted organic fertilizer.