Abstract: Azalea, its picturesque beauty, always makes people can't help but want to take it home and make it a beautiful scenery at home. So, how to raise azaleas in the family? Don't worry, let me reveal it to you one by one! 1. Soil: Creating a warm home for azaleas...
Azalea, its picturesque beauty, always makes people want to take it home and make it a beautiful scenery at home. So, how to raise azaleas in the family? Don't worry, let me reveal it to you one by one! 1. Soil: Create a warm home for rhododendrons
rhododendrons have very high requirements on soil! It likes slightly acidic soil that is loose, breathable and well-drained. You can mix legular soil, sand, and garden soil in a ratio of 7:2:1, so that you can meet its needs! Remember, it is best to control the pH of the soil between 4.5 and 6.0. 2. Light: Let the sun bring vitality to the azaleas
azaleas like enough sunshine, but are afraid of strong direct light. So, you can put it in a sunny place in the spring and autumn and let it enjoy the baptism of the sun. In summer, shade it from the sun to prevent the strong sun from burning its leaves. 3. Watering: Let water nourish the life of rhododendrons
rhododendrons like a humid environment, but they are not tolerant of waterlogging. Therefore, watering must adhere to the principle of "see wet when it is dry". Water the soil surface after it is dry, but do not let the soil in the basin completely dry. In summer, water evaporates quickly, so the number of watering can be increased appropriately; in winter, watering should be reduced to keep the soil dry. 4. Fertilization: Providing sufficient nutrients for rhododendrons The growth of rhododendrons requires sufficient nutrients, but they are not tolerant to concentrated fertilizers. Therefore, fertilization must follow the principle of "applying thin fertilizer frequently". During the growing season, apply thin liquid fertilizer or special fertilizer once a month, and pay attention to selecting acidic fertilizers. Before and after flowering, phosphate fertilizer can be applied appropriately to promote the opening of flowers. 5. Pruning: Keeping azaleas in a beautiful posture is also very important! It is best to prune new buds before germinate in spring, remove dead branches, adjust tree shapes, and promote branching. It can also be appropriately trimmed in autumn to maintain the beautiful posture of the plants. 6. Pest and pest control: Keep rhododendrons away from diseases. Rhododendron is prone to pests and diseases. Therefore, it is necessary to regularly check whether pests occur and take corresponding measures to prevent and control them. At the same time, it is necessary to maintain good ventilation to avoid the breeding of diseases. 7. Changing pots: Provide a broader growth space for rhododendrons. The root system of rhododendrons is relatively shallow, so it is more appropriate to choose a breathable tiled basin or mud tiled basin. Generally, the pots are changed every two years. When changing the pots, care should be taken not to damage the roots. 8. Temperature: The test of allowing azaleas to survive the four seasons Azaleas like to be cool, and the most suitable growth temperature is between 15 and 25℃. Shade measures should be taken in summer and moved to a warm place indoors for maintenance in winter to avoid frostbite.
The above is the entire content of how to raise azaleas in the family! As long as you take care of it carefully, I believe that your rhododendrons will thrive and bloom beautiful flowers, adding a touch of bright color to your home!