With the acceleration of the pace of life, more and more people are beginning to cultivate potted plants at home. As an ornamental and practical plant, pomegranate has been loved by many gardening enthusiasts. The selection and maintenance of the soil for potted pomegranate are the key to ensuring its healthy growth. This article will introduce you to the soil and related maintenance knowledge of potted pomegranate in detail.
The choice of soil for potted pomegranate1. Soil requirements
The soil requirements for potted pomegranate are relatively strict. The ideal soil should have the following characteristics:
(1) Good drainage: Pomegranate is not tolerant to waterlogging, and poor soil drainage can lead to root rot.
(2) High breathability: Poor soil aeration will affect the breathing of the pomegranate roots and affect growth.
(3) Fertile: Fertile soil is beneficial for pomegranate growth and improves fruit quality.
(4) Moderate pH value: Pomegranate is suitable for growing in soil with a pH value of 6.5-7.5.
2. Soil preparation
Based on the above requirements, we can select the following soils for preparation:
(1) Garden soil: Garden soil has good breathability and water retention and is the ideal soil for pomegranate growth.
(2) Decomposed leaf soil: Decomposed leaf soil is rich in organic matter, which is beneficial for pomegranate growth.
(3) Sandy soil: Sandy soil has good drainage but poor water retention and can be mixed with other soils for use.
(4) Perlite: Perlite has good breathability and drainage and can improve the aeration of the soil.
By mixing garden soil, decomposed leaf soil, sandy soil, and perlite in a ratio of 1:1:1:1, you can obtain soil suitable for potted pomegranate.
Soil maintenance for potted pomegranate1. Watering
Pomegranate is not tolerant to waterlogging. When watering, follow the principle of "watering when dry and wet". In high summer temperatures, the frequency of watering can be increased appropriately; in low winter temperatures, the frequency of watering should be reduced.
2. Fertilization
During the growth period of potted pomegranate, it is necessary to fertilize regularly. Spring and autumn are the vigorous growth periods of pomegranate, and a compound fertilizer can be applied once a month. In summer and winter, the frequency of fertilization can be appropriately reduced.
3. Pruning
The pruning of potted pomegranate mainly targets weak, intersecting, and dense branches. When pruning, pay attention to maintaining the beauty of the tree shape and improving fruit quality.
4. Pest and disease control
Potted pomegranate is prone to pest and disease attacks and should be observed, detected, and treated in a timely manner. Common pests and diseases include aphids, red spiders, powdery mildew, etc. Control methods include spraying pesticides and pruning diseased branches.
The selection and maintenance of the soil for potted pomegranate are the key to ensuring its healthy growth. Reasonable selection of soil, attention to watering, fertilization, pruning, and pest and disease control are necessary to ensure that your potted pomegranate grows strong and bears delicious fruit.