Xiu Qiu Care Secrets, allowing your plants to bloom beautifully

Lighting, watering, fertilizing, pruning, pest and disease control, potting and soil, temperature and humidity

Hydrangea macrophylla, also known as the绣球花, is loved by gardening enthusiasts for its colorful and beautifully shaped flowers. To make the hydrangea macrophylla bloom beautifully at home, the correct maintenance method is essential. This article will introduce you to the detailed maintenance methods of hydrangea macrophylla to help you easily cultivate beautiful flowers.

Lighting

Hydrangea macrophylla prefers a semi-shaded environment. Too much direct sunlight can cause leaf scorch and affect growth. During maintenance, the plant should be placed in a place with plenty of scattered light, such as a室内 balcony or under the shade of a tree outside. In the hot summer, it is necessary to provide appropriate shading to avoid direct sunlight.

Watering

Hydrangea macrophylla requires a higher amount of water but not too much. When watering, keep the soil slightly moist and avoid waterlogging. The watering frequency should be adjusted according to the season and weather changes. In spring and autumn, water 2-3 times a week; in the hot summer, water once a day; in the low winter temperatures, the watering frequency can be appropriately reduced.

Fertilizing

Hydrangea macrophylla has a high demand for fertilizer but should avoid over-fertilization. During the growing period, apply a compound or organic fertilizer once a month to promote plant growth. When fertilizing, pay attention to the fertilizer concentration to avoid root burn. In the dormant period of winter, fertilization should be stopped.

Pruning

Pruning is crucial for the growth and flowering of hydrangea macrophylla. During the growing season, it is necessary to prune withered and diseased branches to maintain ventilation and light. Every spring, a heavy pruning can be done to promote the growth of new branches.

Pest and Disease Control

Hydrangea macrophylla is susceptible to pests and diseases such as aphids and spider mites. When pests and diseases are found, it is necessary to take measures in a timely manner. Pesticides can be used for control, and maintaining good ventilation and light for the plant can reduce the occurrence of pests and diseases.

Potting and Soil

After a period of growth, hydrangea macrophylla needs to be repotted with new soil. Generally, repotting is done every 2-3 years. Choose a soil with good breathability and drainage, such as peat soil, decomposed leaf soil, etc. When repotting, be careful to avoid damaging the roots.

Temperature and Humidity

The suitable growing temperature for hydrangea macrophylla is between 15-25°C. The temperature in winter should not be lower than 5°C. In the hot summer, keep the plant ventilated to avoid leaf scorch. Maintaining a certain level of humidity is also beneficial for the growth of hydrangea macrophylla.

The maintenance of hydrangea macrophylla is not difficult. By mastering the correct maintenance methods, you can make your hydrangea macrophylla bloom beautiful flowers at home. I hope that the maintenance secrets in this article can be of help to you, and I wish you success in cultivating beautiful hydrangea macrophylla!