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For those friends who are not experts in cultivating Phalaenopsis, they may all be puzzled by the same question: "If we find some uncoordinated branches during the maintenance process, should we let them grow and keep them or cut them off decisively?" For flower lovers who regard Phalaenopsis as their "white moonlight", the most difficult thing is the question of whether to prune the plant after the flowers wither, or when there are uncoordinated branches during the maintenance process, whether to let them grow and keep them or cut them off decisively.
During the process of growing flowers, pruning is not the only answer, because whether to prune or not needs to be determined according to the growth needs of the plant. For Phalaenopsis that have already bloomed and whose flowers have withered, there is no chance for the flowers to bloom again. At this time, appropriate pruning should be considered. The reason is that Phalaenopsis is not a flower that blooms only once. Cutting off the withered flowers and flower stalks can help the plant conserve nutrients and also contribute to its healthy growth.
For the abnormal branches that appear during the maintenance process, pruning should be carried out according to the overall growth condition of the plant. If the branches are green and full of luster, then usually they can be left unpruned. The reason is that such green branches usually represent a high growth ability, and they can transport nutrients to the roots through photosynthesis.
At the same time, if there is a situation of excessive branching, it is recommended to first cut off the overly dense or unhealthy yellow and withered branches. If the overall branching situation does not affect the overall shape of the plant and the branches are in good health, it is advisable to keep them.
When pruning Phalaenopsis, if the plant is found to have a branching phenomenon, it is necessary to ensure that the pruning site is dry. After pruning the flower stalks and leaves, a special healing agent should be applied to the cut to accelerate the repair process and prevent infection. At the same time, after pruning, the management of water and fertilizer should be strengthened to ensure that the plant obtains sufficient nutrients and water, so as to promote its rapid recovery and growth.
After pruning, the Phalaenopsis should be placed in a well-ventilated environment in a timely manner. At the same time, attention should be paid to the management of light, temperature, humidity and other aspects during the maintenance process.