With the acceleration of the pace of life, more and more people choose to keep potted plants at home to decorate the space and add interest to life. In the process of maintaining potted plants, some beginners may have such doubts: Is it good to place stones on the soil of potted plants? This article will focus on this issue and analyze the skills of potted plant decoration and maintenance for everyone.
Is it good to place stones on the soil of potted plants?1. The benefits of placing stones on the soil of potted plants
(1) Aesthetics: Stones can serve as decorations, making potted plants more beautiful and generous.
(2) Drainage: Stones can increase the breathability of the soil, which is beneficial for the roots of potted plants to breathe.
(3) Insulation: Stones can absorb sunlight and provide some insulation.
2. The disadvantages of placing stones on the soil of potted plants
(1) Affecting root growth: Too many stones can hinder root growth, leading to poor growth of potted plants.
(2) Soil compaction: Stones can make the soil compact, which is not conducive to root respiration.
(3) Water loss: Too many stones can cause the soil to lose moisture too quickly, affecting the growth of potted plants.
Potted plant decoration and maintenance skills1. Choose the right stones
(1) Material: Choose stones with good breathability, such as marble, granite, etc.
(2) Size: The size of the stones should match the size of the potted plants and should not be too large or too small.
(3) Shape: The shape of the stones should be coordinated with the placement position of the potted plants, such as round, square, etc.
2. Arrange stones properly
(1) Avoid blocking roots: When placing stones, be careful not to block the roots of the potted plants.
(2) Maintain soil breathability: The arrangement of stones should maintain the breathability of the soil and prevent root suffocation.
(3) Adjust appropriately: Adjust the placement of stones according to the growth of the potted plants.
3. Potted plant maintenance skills
(1) Watering: Keep the soil moist but avoid waterlogging.
(2) Fertilization: Fertilize according to the type and growth stage of the potted plants.
(3) Lighting: Provide sufficient lighting for potted plants and avoid direct sunlight.
(4) Pruning: Trim the potted plants regularly to maintain their beauty.
Placing stones on the soil of potted plants to some extent can serve the purpose of decoration and improving soil breathability, but attention should be paid to the placement position and quantity to avoid affecting the growth of the potted plants. In the process of maintaining potted plants, it is also necessary to master reasonable decoration and maintenance skills to allow the potted plants to grow robustly, adding greenery and vitality to our lives.
References:
《Home Potted Plant Maintenance Manual》, China Forestry Publishing House, 2018.
《Indoor Potted Plant Decoration and Maintenance》, Shanghai Science and Technology Publishing House, 2017.