swim Posted September 11, 2019 Share Posted September 11, 2019 Hi everyone, I was wondering what can one do to slow growth of trichocereus pachanoi/brdigesii/peruvianus during summer so that the plants do not get drastically etiolated when placed in front of a wall-facing windowsill? I already plan to withdraw water until the pots are bone dry, but since the temperature is going to be high overall I am not sure if this would halt the growth completely. I am going to be leaving the Oz for a month and I cannot stand the thought of my plants being stolen, therefore I will lock them in my room in front of the windowsill. With all being said, I would also be more than happy to transport my plants if someone is willing to keep an eye on them in a surely safe place and would gladly give away a good number of cuttings in return Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMooseZeus Posted September 11, 2019 Share Posted September 11, 2019 Hey! I may be wrong but a sort of bonsai style root trimming might be the answer! I'd get a second opinion. Hammondville is a handful of trains tops away from me though im not sure of my movements in the coming months 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evil Genius Posted September 11, 2019 Share Posted September 11, 2019 Main factor is the temperature. The lower the temperature, the less etiolation. With that said, it's not a healthy way to grow plants long term. For a year, no problem. Every year, not good. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swim Posted September 11, 2019 Author Share Posted September 11, 2019 36 minutes ago, TheMooseZeus said: Hammondville is a handful of trains tops away from me though im not sure of my movements in the coming months Appreciate it man. You can always tell me if situation changes. I also know a guy who can move stuff around for very cheap for me so transportation would be fine. 14 minutes ago, Evil Genius said: Main factor is the temperature. The lower the temperature, the less etiolation. With that said, it's not a healthy way to grow plants long term. For a year, no problem. Every year, not good. Ah, I suspected temperature to be the main issue as well. I know how much they like full sun and it is my preferred way to grow them. I was hoping a month would not cause excess etiolation because then I have to chop the tips which ruins a column for me. I need to leave for medical issues but once back I am to stay for a long while so no bouncing between garden and indoors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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