My Succulent is too tall. What should I do?
Jack VL
7 years ago
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7 years agoJack VL thanked Nil13 usda:10a sunset:21 LA,CA (Mount Wash.)Related Discussions
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Comments (4)You can let it grow this season without topping it but next season you can top it at the height you intend to keep it. If you're concerned that it won't form branches below the current top you can take off about six inches from the top at about tight cluster to bloom. This will encourage lower branching, but you'll want about 4' between tier scaffolds that are similarly oriented direction-wise, unless it's on something less vigorous than M7....See MoreMy Evergreen is Too tall, how do I cut it back?
Comments (6)this was once a cute little babe ... you can see.. whoever planted it.. had no clue.. that being a conifer.. it would NEVER stop growing.. it was improper planted.. at least 10 feet too close to the house .. in reality.. its got to go.. and it would be as simple as cutting it off at ground level ... and treating the stump .. if this were out on the back 5 acres.. sure.. play around with it.. and see if.. in 5 years.. you can renovate it ... but right there... on the front of the house.. it will be an eye sore for years to come get rid of it ... or.. top it.. and see for yourself.. how ugly it will be.. then get rid of it .... lol .. its all to your tolerance .... ken...See MoreSucculent growing too tall
Comments (9)Holy cow I've never seen a succulent get that leggy before-get that poor guy some sun! A South or southwest window is best, because it's not getting enough sun and is getting leggy trying to stretch out to find more sun. You're probably going to have to behead that poor guy soon Here is a link that might be useful: How to take care of Leggy succulents...See MoreWhat should I do for my succulent?
Comments (2)Alright, so before we get started, note that I am not an expert on succulents! I only know the basics, and I am not good at identifying! So, as wild guess in terms of ID, I'll just guess it's some sort of Jade. The picture is kind of dark, so I don't know for sure. For care, I would slowly get it used to full sun, so it doesn't sunburn. You will need as much light as possible. in the end. Try for a Southern or Western exposure if you have one. If the leaves brown and crisp up, it may be sunburn. If that happens, you will need to move it down a notch in terms of sun exposure, and work your way back up. Soil is a big thing with succulents. Most come in thick, heavy potting soils meant for flowers and the like. It holds a lot of water around the roots so that they can't breathe. As a consequence, rot will set in, and the plant will most likely die if left alone. If you have that kind of soil, you will need to repot at some point to keep your plant at top health. The best kind of soil to use would be one that contains more inorganic material (rock, grit, pumice), and less organic material (peat, compost). I don't know the specific kinds of mixes, but hopefully some one will come along who does. Usually, you will have some crushed granite, some perlite, some pumice, or turface, and maybe even a little pine bark. This kind of mix allows the water to drain out quickly, so rot will not set in, although at first it doesn't seem like anything would grow in such a mix! So, some of the big things are: Lots of sun, and a good soil mix, and a few people to show off your plant to! Good luck! ~palmsandsnow...See MoreJack VL
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