There is no fixed time for pruning epiphyllum, but it can be pruned during its growth period, and it must be pruned in several important stages, such as topping in the growth period, drying when the branches and leaves are messy, and inducing the buds of side branches to germinate. Pruning time is best when it is sunny, and spring, summer and autumn are the best pruning seasons.

How to prune epiphyllum

1, capped

The ideal plant height of epiphyllum is 1-2 meters, but it is easy to exceed 2 meters when planted. At this time, we can control its height by topping. The method is to cut off all the branches and leaves at the top when the seedlings grow to 30-40 cm in height, and then pinch their heads many times to make them grow more lateral buds.

2, inducing buds

If we want epiphyllum to grow into our ideal shape, we can also induce it to sprout. How to trim it at this time? If necessary, stab a growth point in a suitable place, and then pay attention to the cultivation method of epiphyllum, which will sprout new buds at this growth point and then prune it as needed.

3, refinement

Epiphyllum is a fast-growing plant, and its branches and leaves are easily disordered. Some branches and leaves will be dense, and even branches and leaves will cross together, resulting in poor light transmission between branches and leaves. At this time, healthy branches can be kept and twigs can be cut off to reduce nutrient consumption and promote their flowering.