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<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\u2702 How to properly prune a Christmas cactus?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\ud83d\udd39 Remove up to 1\/3 of the plant, especially elongated, weakened and damaged stems.
\ud83d\udd39 Cut or gently pinch the tips to stimulate the growth of new shoots and make the bush thicker.
\ud83d\udd39 The best method is to twist the segments at the junction, rather than cutting with scissors. This method allows the plant to heal faster.
\ud83d\udd39 Long shoots can be divided into several parts – they are great for propagation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\ud83c\udf31 Propagation by cuttings: how to get new plants?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\u2728 Choose healthy cuttings 3\u20134 segments long.
\u2728 Leave them for 3\u20134 days in a dry place so that the cut dries out and prevents rotting.
\u2728 Plant in a light, drained substrate of peat, sand, perlite and vermiculite.
\u2728 Water very moderately for the first 2 weeks so that the young roots do not rot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\ud83c\udfe1 Care after pruning: how to speed up recovery?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\ud83c\udf1e Lighting – bright diffused, without direct sunlight.
\ud83d\udca6 Watering – only after the top layer of soil dries.
\ud83c\udf21 Temperature – optimal 18\u201322\u00b0C, without sharp drops.
\ud83c\udf3f Fertilization – after 2 weeks, you can apply a weak solution of fertilizer for succulents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\ud83c\udf3a Why is it important to prune Christmas cactus?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\u2714 Stimulates flowering – the plant directs energy to the formation of flower buds.
\u2714 Forms a beautiful bush – compact, dense plants bloom more evenly and look more spectacular.
\u2714 Rejuvenates – old woody stems bloom worse, and pruning helps the plant renew itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Follow these simple tips and your Christmas cactus will delight you with lush flowering every year! \ud83c\udf35\u2728<\/p>\n\n\n\n