How to grow snapdragons and how to trim snapdragons

Snapdragon is a very cute and playful ornamental plant. It looks very similar to a goldfish after it blooms, hence its name. In daily life, many people like to make a potted plant of Snapdragon and place it indoors, but it is necessary to master the correct cultivation method, otherwise there will always be problems in the cultivation process. Next, I will write down its cultivation method and introduce it to everyone, and also let everyone know how to trim the Snapdragon during the cultivation process.

How to grow snapdragon

1. Water appropriately

When growing snapdragons, you must water them appropriately. This plant is sensitive to water, so just keep the soil slightly moist. In spring and autumn, you can water snapdragons 2 to 3 times a week, and once a day in hot summer weather. After entering winter, water consumption decreases, so you can water them once a week. However, no matter when you water them, do not let water accumulate in the pot, otherwise the roots will rot.

2. Moderate light

When growing snapdragons, you need to provide them with moderate light. This plant prefers full light or semi-shade environment. In a sunny environment, it grows vigorously and has more flowers. If it is placed in a dark environment for a long time, it will affect its normal growth and cause it to bloom later or have dull colors. Therefore, when growing snapdragons, you need to place it in a sunny environment. Only after entering the hot summer, you should move it to a place where the sun cannot reach it directly.

How to trim snapdragon

1. Timely pinching

During the seedling stage of snapdragon, it is necessary to pay attention to pruning, especially when it grows to about 10 cm, it is necessary to pinch and top it in time. Only in this way can the height of snapdragon plant be effectively controlled and new branches can be promoted to grow. During the normal cultivation period of snapdragon, its dead branches, diseased branches and overcrowded branches should be cut off in time to avoid nutrient waste and promote the normal growth of other strong branches.

2. Pruning after flowering

Snapdragon will consume a lot of nutrients after entering its flowering period. After its flowering period, the flowers have withered and all its branches can be cut off. After pruning, it is necessary to water it in time. After about 7 to 10 days, the snapdragon will grow new branches and leaves. At this time, pay attention to top dressing and watering so that it can bloom as soon as possible, which can effectively improve the ornamental value of the snapdragon.