Aglaonema, scientific name Aglaonema, is favored in the indoor plant market in recent years for its long leaves and fresh color. It is not only beautiful and elegant but also has the function of purifying the air and regulating humidity, making it an ideal choice for home decoration. How to easily grow a beautiful Aglaonema at home? This article will introduce the breeding methods of Aglaonema in detail.
Choose the right soilAglaonema prefers fertile and well-drained soil. When choosing soil, you can choose special indoor plant soil available on the market or make your own. When preparing the soil, you can mix the following proportions: one part of decayed leaf soil, garden soil, and river sand, and add a small amount of decomposed organic fertilizer. This kind of soil is both breathable and moisturizing, which is very suitable for the growth of Aglaonema.
Light and temperatureAglaonema does not require much light and is suitable for growing in diffused light. In summer, direct sunlight should be avoided to prevent leaf sunburn. In winter, the lighting time can be appropriately increased to promote plant growth. The suitable growing temperature for Aglaonema is between 18℃ and 28℃. In winter, the indoor temperature should be maintained above 10℃ to prevent the plant from freezing.
Watering and fertilizingAglaonema prefers a humid environment but does not like waterlogging. When watering, keep the soil slightly moist and avoid over-wetting or over-drying. In the hot summer season, water once a day. In the cold winter season, the watering frequency can be appropriately reduced. For fertilizing, spring and autumn are the vigorous growth periods, and applying a compound fertilizer once a month is sufficient. In summer and winter, the frequency of fertilization should be reduced to avoid fertilizer damage.
Pruning and pest controlDuring the growth of Aglaonema, it is necessary to prune the withered leaves in time to maintain the beauty of the plant. When pruning, be careful not to damage healthy leaves and regularly inspect the plant to prevent the occurrence of diseases and pests. If diseases and pests are found, take preventive measures in time, such as spraying pesticides or changing the soil.
Propagation methodsThe main propagation methods of Aglaonema are division and cutting.
1. Division: Dig up the vigorous Aglaonema and divide it into several plants for separate planting. Division propagation is simple and has a high success rate.
2. Cutting: Cut the branches of Aglaonema into 10 cm long and insert them into sandy soil, keeping the soil moist. Roots can grow in about 20 days.
Breeding Aglaonema is not complicated. By mastering the above methods, you can easily grow a beautiful Aglaonema. Aglaonema also has the function of purifying the air and regulating humidity, making it an ideal choice for home decoration. Let's grow our own green plant together!
References:
《Indoor Plant Maintenance Manual》, China Forestry Publishing House, published in 2018.
《Indoor Plant Planting and Maintenance》, China Agricultural Publishing House, published in 2019.