1. Topping

The branches and leaves of vanilla are very fragile and will easily fall when they grow too tall. To avoid this, control the height of your plants. When the seedlings grow to 10 cm tall, remove the top buds. This will not only prevent it from growing taller, but will also promote the growth of side branches.

2. Thinning branches in a timely manner

Herbs that are too lush often affect the ventilation inside the plant. This can cause bacteria to grow internally, leading to pests and diseases. Thin it appropriately and cut off the areas that are too dense. It not only increases ventilation, but also helps its growth.

3. Pruning during the growth period

If vanilla grows too fast, it can easily lead to slender leaves and weak branches. At this time, pruning is needed to allow the plant to grow new branches. Trim at a certain angle, do not cut flat, otherwise it will affect the appearance.

4. Pruning after flowering

After the flowering period of vanilla orchids, the remaining flowers should be cut off in time to avoid wasting nutrients. At the same time, dead branches and weak branches should be cut off to promote the growth of new branches, which is also more conducive to overwintering.