Jin Xiang Yu, also known as Cuiyun Grass, is an indoor plant with extremely high ornamental value. Its leaves are emerald green with silver white veins, resembling jade inlaid with gold edges, highly ornamental. It is not easy to grow Jin Xiang Yu well. This article will introduce the cultivation methods of Jin Xiang Yu in detail, helping you to easily grow beautiful Jin Xiang Yu.
LightingJin Xiang Yu prefers scattered light and should not be exposed directly to strong sunlight. When grown indoors, it should be placed near a windowsill to avoid direct sunlight. In the hot summer, it can be properly shaded to prevent leaf sunburn.
WateringJin Xiang Yu has a moderate demand for water. Watering should follow the principle of "watering when dry and moist", watering when the soil is slightly moist, and avoiding waterlogging. In winter, when the temperature is low, the watering frequency can be appropriately reduced. If the leaves turn yellow, it may be due to excessive watering, and adjustments should be made in a timely manner.
SoilJin Xiang Yu is suitable for growing in soil that is breathable and has good drainage. You can choose a soil mixture of peat soil, decomposed leaf soil, and perlite, with a slightly acidic pH value.
FertilizingJin Xiang Yu does not require a high amount of fertilizer. It is sufficient to apply a compound fertilizer once a month during the growing season. After fertilizing, water promptly to prevent fertilizer from burning the roots. Fertilizing can be stopped in winter.
TemperatureThe suitable growing temperature for Jin Xiang Yu is between 15°C and 25°C. When the temperature is lower than 5°C in winter, Jin Xiang Yu needs to be moved indoors for cultivation. In the hot summer, the indoor temperature can be appropriately lowered to facilitate plant growth.
Pest and Disease ControlJin Xiang Yu has fewer occurrences of pests and diseases, but it is still necessary to be vigilant. Regularly inspect the plants and deal with pests and diseases in a timely manner. Pesticides and fungicides can be used for prevention and control, but attention should be paid to the safety of medication.
PruningJin Xiang Yu grows quickly and needs to be pruned in time to maintain a beautiful plant shape. When pruning, cut off the withered and yellow leaves and the sick and weak branches to promote plant growth.
Jin Xiang Yu is an indoor plant with high ornamental value. During the cultivation process, attention should be paid to lighting, watering, soil, fertilizing, temperature, pest and disease control, and pruning. As long as these key points are mastered, believe that you will be able to grow beautiful Jin Xiang Yu.
References:
《Indoor Plant Maintenance Manual》, published by China Forestry Publishing House in 2018.
《Home Flower Growing Techniques》, published by Shanghai Science and Technology Publishing House in 2017.