Epipremnum aureum cultivation guide, promote upward growth of Epipremnum aureum, creating a lush green indoor environment.
Choose the right variety of pothos, provide a suitable growing environment, fertilize reasonably, prune and shape, water appropriately, and prevent and control pests and diseases.Pothos, as one of the best indoor plants, is deeply loved by plant enthusiasts for its strong vitality and ease of care. How to make pothos grow upwards more beautifully and become a delightful landscape is a concern for many novice flower growers. This article will introduce you to the cultivation methods of pothos to help your plant thrive and add a touch of vitality to your home.Choose the right variety of pothosThere are many varieties of pothos, with Epipremnum aureum being the most common. When choosing pothos, its growth habits should be considered first, opting for varieties suitable for indoor growth. Common varieties include golden pothos and silver pothos, which grow quickly, have lush leaves, and are easy to grow upwards.Provide a suitable growing environment1. Light: Pothos prefers scattered light and should not be exposed to direct sunlight. When growing indoors, place it in a location with plenty of scattered light, such as a windowsill or balcony.2. Temperature: The suitable temperature for pothos growth is between 15-25°C, avoiding low and high-temperature environments.3. Humidity: Pothos thrives in a humid environment, with a humidity level of 60%-80% being ideal.Fertilize reasonably1. Fertilizing frequency: During the vigorous growth period of pothos, fertilize every 15 days, and reduce the fertilizing frequency during the slow growth period.2. Fertilizing method: Use a special fertilizer for pothos and apply it after diluting it according to the instructions.Prune and shape1. Pruning: During the growth of pothos, promptly prune the withered leaves and overly long branches to promote the growth of new buds.2. Shaping: To make pothos grow upwards, you can use the traction method, using thin strings to pull the branches upwards and let them grow along the strings.Water appropriately1. Watering frequency: Pothos likes a moist environment but does not like waterlogging. Generally, keep the soil slightly moist, and increase the watering frequency during high summer temperatures.2. Watering method: Use the immersion method, placing the pot in a container filled with clean water and removing it when water seeps out from the bottom.Prevent and control pests and diseases1. Pest control: Regularly check the pothos leaves, and spray insecticide promptly when pest infestations are found.2. Disease prevention: Maintain good ventilation in the pothos growing environment to prevent diseases.By following the above cultivation methods, your pothos should be able to grow upwards, adding a touch of greenery to your home. Pothos also has the function of purifying the air and absorbing harmful substances, making it an ideal choice for indoor cultivation. Let's take good care of pothos together and make life more beautiful.References:[1] Zhang Lihua, Li Ming. The cultivation methods and precautions of pothos [J]. Plant Magazine, 2019, (3): 34-35.[2] Wang Xiaodong, Chen Simin. Tips for growing indoor pothos [J]. Plant Magazine, 2018, (2): 28-29.