When the seasons turn and the cold wind gradually rises, on the windowsill of many flower lovers, the once green leaves gradually lose their brilliance, and the yellow leaves are like autumn messengers, ruthlessly reporting the change of seasons. Spider plants, copper coin grass and pothos, three common indoor plants, seem to be more sensitive to cold air, and their leaves are yellow, as if to send us a distress signal. So, how do we save these family flowers that have turned yellow due to the cold weather? The solution lies in a pruning activity popularly known as "head shaving" by flower lovers. But this is not a simple and crude cut, but an art of repair that requires both skill and patience. First, let's talk about the spider plants that have brought fresh air to countless homes in the summer. Spider plant, an elegant ornamented indoor plant, once its leaves are yellowed, not only the beauty is greatly reduced, but also affects its function of purifying the air. As a result, a "head shaving" battle is needed.
However, cutting is not done blindly, and all leaves that are no longer vigorous are cut off with a knife from 1 cm above the base. Don't worry, this is not the destruction of plants, but the beginning of giving them a new life. After cutting, you will find that within a few days, the new leaf buds will tenaciously burrow out of the soil, giving the spider plant new vitality. However, "shaving the head" is only the beginning, and the trimmed spider plant needs more care. What you have to do is to let the cut heal first, do not water it for a few days, and let the plant recover on its own. After that, keep the soil slightly moist to provide a warm maintenance environment for the spider plant, and water it with thin fertilizer every half month to nourish the new leaves. In about ten days or so, you will be pleasantly surprised to find that the new leaves of the spider plant have filled the pot and are completely new. Let's take a look at the stories that played out on the copper coin grass. The copper coin grass, a small plant with tenacious vitality and easy to reproduce, is fragile in the cold wind, and its yellow leaves lie weakly in a pot like scattered copper coins.
They also require a "head shaving" once, but with a slightly different way of trimming. Since the root system of the coin grass is relatively tight, you can even repot it with soft and fertile soil after removing the upper leaves. It's like putting a new pair of shoes on a tired traveler and giving them a new look for the journey ahead. The recovery rate of the copper coin grass is usually faster than you think, and in about half a month, new young leaves can grow quickly. Finally, we have to mention those pothos that also bring a hint of greenery in winter. Pothos, perhaps one of the most well-known indoor plants, always brings a sense of tranquility and harmony with its delicate leaves and spreading branches. However, even pothos will inevitably have yellow leaves in winter, and even the whole branch will be sluggish. At this time, the pothos also needs a timely "head shaving" to cut off all the parts that have lost their vitality. However, the restoration of pothos requires more meticulous care than that of spider plants and cochinese.
It's not just about keeping the soil moist, it's about light. Pothos likes scattered light, and direct sunlight can be too intense in winter, so you'll need to find a place where it can receive mild sunlight. At the same time, don't forget to fertilize it regularly, alternating between organic or compound fertilizers to ensure that it absorbs enough nutrients to nourish the new leaves that are about to germinate. After the "head shaving" of these three plants, how to ensure the healthy and rapid growth of new leaves? Warm maintenance environment, suitable water, reasonable fertilizer, and sufficient sunlight are all indispensable. And you, as a careful gardener, need to be patient to observe, care for the heart, when the new leaves come as scheduled, you will find that your efforts in exchange for not only a pot of new green, but also the deep perception of nature and endless joy. Remember, even in the coldest winters, if you put your mind to it, those seemingly fragile plants can show their vitality under your care.
This is the wonderful connection they have with us, and their growth, just as our lives, need love, perseverance, and the power of love. On the balconies of countless homes, you can always find a refreshing touch of green, and it is pothos, an elegant and energetic foliage plant. Its branches are flexible, and its leaves are like carved emeralds, and even on a cold winter day, it blooms with the greenery of life alone. However, just as there are twists in every story, these vibrant pothos also have their weaknesses. When many people are taking care of pothos, they may face a troublesome situation - yellow leaves. Indeed, when you find that the once green leaves are starting to turn yellow, the feeling of powerlessness and frustration can make you doubt your ability to grow them. However, don't be in a hurry to get frustrated, because just like the difficulty prompts growth, yellow leaves are also revealing to you that they need more attention. In the cold season, the cold tolerance of pothos is indeed unsatisfactory.
As soon as the temperature drops below 10°C, these house elves will feel uncomfortable, so the yellow leaves become their self-protection response. However, even if it is, it is not without a solution. First of all, understand that this is the most direct warning when you see a few yellow leaves. All you need to do is simply remove the leaves. But if the yellow leaves are already flooded, does that mean you need to say goodbye to this pot of pothos? No, it just needs a "rebirth". Yes, you heard it right, it's "born again". When there are too many yellow leaves, you can give pothos a bold "head shaving". As cruel as it sounds, cutting off the branches that are full of life is actually preparing them for the future. You can cut the branches short, or cut off most of the foliage from underneath, leaving only a small part. Then, it's time to show off your cultivation skills. After "shaving", you need to provide the pothos with plenty of water and nutrients.
At least 1~2 times a month, thin fertilizer water, or an appropriate amount of compound fertilizer, are good medicine for their recovery. As time goes by, you'll notice that the new green leaves on those shortened branches begin to sprout again, and the vitality is stronger than ever. Now, do you have a clearer idea of what to do with the pothos in your home when there are a lot of yellow leaves? Remember, don't give up because of the momentary malaise, because sometimes, proper pruning and careful care can bring you unexpected surprises. These little secrets of pothos may seem trivial to you, but they symbolize a truth: even when it seems desperate, there is a hidden possibility of a turnaround. Just as pothos can be rejuvenated after being pruned, we also need to have the courage to make changes and start over when faced with challenges and dilemmas. Pothos, in its way, tells us about the resilience of life and the power of rebirth.
So, the next time you see a problem with your pot of pothos or other flowers, don't forget that sometimes all they need is a change and a new beginning. Like pothos, we all have the ability to overcome adversity, as long as we are willing to try, to change, to welcome the new morning of life.