With the acceleration of the pace of life, more and more people are beginning to pay attention to the cultivation of indoor plants. Potted meat plants have become a favorite of many plant enthusiasts due to their unique shape and low maintenance difficulty. This article will introduce the cultivation methods of potted meat plants in detail to help you easily create a green and vibrant little world at home.
Cultivation methods of potted meat plants1. Seed selection and purchase
When buying potted meat plants, you first need to understand the characteristics of different varieties of meat plants and choose the variety that suits your maintenance conditions. Common meat plant varieties include succulents in the Crassulaceae family and cacti. When purchasing, pay attention to choosing meat plants that are vigorous, with full leaves and free from diseases and pests.
2. Pot and soil
The pot should be made of materials with good breathability and strong drainage, such as ceramics and purple sand. The soil should be breathable, permeable, and fertile, and can be mixed and prepared with peat soil, perlite, and vermiculite in a certain proportion.
3. Light and temperature
Meat plants like sunny environments but should avoid direct sunlight in summer and need to increase the duration of sunlight in winter. In terms of temperature, the suitable growth temperature for meat plants is between 15-25°C, and they need to be kept warm in winter.
4. Watering and fertilizing
Watering is a key part of raising meat plants and should be done in moderation according to the season, climate, and soil moisture. Generally, keeping the soil slightly moist is fine, avoiding waterlogging. In terms of fertilizing, apply a compound fertilizer once a month during the vigorous growth period and reduce fertilization in winter.
5. Propagation and potting
Meat plant propagation can be done by division or cutting. Division is suitable for faster-growing varieties, where the meat plant is separated from the mother plant and cultivated separately. Cuttings are suitable for slower-growing varieties, where leaves or stems are inserted into the soil and cultivated separately after they take root.
When repotting, it is generally done every 1-2 years, during a vigorous growth season. The meat plant is removed from the old pot, some of the old soil is removed, and new culture soil is used to replant.
6. Disease and pest control
During the cultivation of meat plants, common pests and diseases include aphids, whiteflies, and red spiders. When pests and diseases are found, it is necessary to take measures to control them in a timely manner, such as using insecticides and pesticides, while also strengthening ventilation and daily maintenance tasks such as cleaning.
The method of raising potted meat plants is not complicated. By mastering some basic skills, you can easily create a green and vibrant little world at home. It is hoped that this article will help you better take care of your meat plants and make life more beautiful.
References:
Manual of Succulent Plant Maintenance, China Forestry Publishing House, 2018
Cacti and Succulent Plant Cultivation, Shanghai Science and Technology Publishing House, 2017
Skills of Indoor Plant Cultivation, China Agricultural Publishing House, 2019