With the pursuit of life quality, more and more families have started to cultivate potted landscapes. However, the problems of积水, rotting roots, and falling leaves in potted landscapes have puzzled many gardening enthusiasts. Let's explore the causes and solutions for these issues together, to bring new life to your potted landscapes!
Reasons for积水, rotting roots, and falling leaves in potted landscapes1. Poor drainage in potted landscape containers
If there are no drainage holes at the bottom of the potted landscape containers or if the drainage holes are blocked, it will lead to the accumulation of water in the pot, preventing the roots from breathing, thus causing root rot.
2. Overwatering
Some gardening enthusiasts are overly concerned about the growth of their potted landscapes, leading to frequent watering, excessive moisture in the pot, and oxygen deprivation in the roots, causing root rot and falling leaves.
3. Poor soil aeration
Poor soil aeration prevents the roots from breathing normally, which can also lead to root rot.
4. Insufficient lighting
Insufficient lighting can affect the photosynthesis of potted landscapes, leading to yellowing and falling of leaves.
Solutions for积水, rotting roots, and falling leaves in potted landscapes1. Improve container drainage
Ensure that there are drainage holes at the bottom of the potted landscape containers and that the drainage holes are unobstructed. If there are no drainage holes at the bottom of the container, you can try placing a layer of permeable and ventilated ceramsite or small stones at the bottom to increase drainage.
2. Control watering frequency
Watering should be moderate and avoid excess. Generally, the surface of the soil should remain slightly moist after watering. During the vigorous growth period, you can slightly increase the watering frequency; during the dormant period, you should reduce watering.
3. Improve soil aeration
Choose soil with good aeration, such as decomposed leaf soil or perlite, and add some decomposed organic fertilizers to the soil to improve soil fertility.
4. Increase lighting appropriately
Place the potted landscape in a sunny area to ensure sufficient lighting. If lighting is insufficient, you can appropriately increase artificial light sources.
5. Prune promptly
For potted landscapes with rotting roots, prune the rotting parts in time and replace the soil. For potted landscapes with fallen leaves, prune the sick and weak branches to promote the growth of new buds.
6. Use root growth promoters
In cases of root rot, you can try using root growth promoters to aid root recovery.
Potted landscape积水, rotting roots, and falling leaves are common maintenance issues. Understanding the causes and taking appropriate solutions can help us better maintain our potted landscapes. I hope the above methods are helpful for your potted landscape maintenance and can bring new life to your potted landscapes!