🌿 My dracaena was wilting, its trunk was thinning, and its leaves were drooping… The plant seemed tired, about to give up. 😢 But with one well-placed cut, it woke up like never before! 😱 I did it once and saw the magic happen right before my eyes. Discover all the steps in the article below 🔥👇
The dracaena is a beautiful plant, but over the years, it can lose its splendor. Its trunk elongates, thins, and under the weight of the leaves, it starts to bend.
But don’t panic! With a proper pruning, you can not only restore its beauty but also multiply your plants by creating new cuttings.
Why prune a dracaena? Over time, the long stems of the dracaena become thin and bend under the weight of the foliage, giving it a messy appearance. Rather than getting rid of it, a good cut helps stimulate the growth of new, denser foliage. As a bonus, it’s a great method for multiplying your plant with cuttings!
How to prune a dracaena properly?
1️⃣ Prepare the tools Take a sharp pair of pruning shears or scissors. Make sure to clean them before using them to avoid infecting the plant.
2️⃣ Select the cutting point Locate a point about 5 centimeters below the foliage and make a clean, straight cut without fraying.
3️⃣ Protect the cut To prevent rotting, sprinkle the cut area with charcoal or activated charcoal.
4️⃣ Soak the cut part Soak the cut head in a glass of water until roots develop, or plant it directly in soil after soaking it in rooting hormone.
5️⃣ Prune the remaining trunk Adjust the trunk’s height to your liking. By cutting at different heights, you’ll encourage the growth of multiple new shoots and get beautiful, denser foliage.
6️⃣ Promote regrowth Place your plant in a warm spot, water it regularly, and keep it moist. After 3 or 4 weeks, new shoots will begin to develop.
How to multiply the dracaena after pruning?
In addition to replanting the upper part, there are other ways to propagate the dracaena:
✔ Cut the stem into small pieces of about 7 cm and plant them vertically in moist sand, perlite, or vermiculite.
✔ Lay the stem pieces flat on a moist substrate, press them lightly, and cover them with plastic wrap to create a greenhouse effect.
The first roots generally develop after 4 to 6 weeks. After two months, new shoots will appear.
In short
Pruning a dracaena is a great way to restore its vigor and beauty, simply and quickly. It’s also an excellent way to multiply your plants and enrich your home.
If your dracaena is starting to weaken and wilt, follow these steps and give it a fresh start!
