1. Causes of too long leaves

(1) Too much fertilizer: This is the most important reason. Applying too much fertilizer, especially nitrogen fertilizer, can easily lead to plant overgrowth and long leaves, affecting the effect of viewing

(2) Too much light: if the light is too long, the plant will carry out more photosynthesis and grow quickly. Finally, the leaves will become too long

2. Pruning method

If the leaves are too long, they must be trimmed, otherwise it will greatly affect the overall shape. First prepare the tools - a sharp knife will do. It's best to disinfect before pruning. The first step is to cut off the dried and yellow leaves on the periphery, so as not to hinder the next steps

It is better not to leave a small part of withered leaves on the leaf tip. Then trim too long leaves. Be careful not to cut flat, but obliquely. It's best to cut one knife on each side. It looks natural. Note that the older leaves can be selected as the object, leaving the newly grown leaves. Chlorophytum has strong growth ability. After pruning, it will promote the growth of new leaves and small Chlorophytum

3. Pruning of roots

Prune not only the roots, but also the leaves regularly. It can be cut when changing pots or plants are not growing well. It is mainly to cut off the diseased roots, old roots and rotten roots