With the improvement of living quality, more and more people are starting to grow potted plants at home. Among them, ping pong chrysanthemum has gained popularity among many plant enthusiasts due to its unique shape and fresh flower fragrance. Many enthusiasts encounter the issue of yellowing edges of ping pong chrysanthemum during maintenance. This not only affects the appearance but also raises concerns about the plant's health. This article will unveil the reasons for the yellowing edges of potted ping pong chrysanthemum and provide solutions to help you easily care for them.
Reasons for Yellowing Edges1. Improper watering
Watering is a crucial step in maintaining potted ping pong chrysanthemum. Excessive or insufficient water can both lead to yellowing edges. Too much water can cause root hypoxia, affecting nutrient absorption, while too little water will dry out the soil, leading to leaf dehydration.
2. Improper fertilizing
Excessive or insufficient fertilizing can both result in yellowing edges of ping pong chrysanthemum. Over-fertilizing can lead to high soil salinity, impacting plant growth, while under-fertilizing will cause the plant to lack nutrients and grow slowly.
3. Insufficient sunlight
Ping pong chrysanthemum enjoys ample sunlight. Insufficient sunlight can slow down plant growth and cause yellowing of leaf edges.
4. Pest and disease attacks
Ping pong chrysanthemum is prone to attacks from pests like aphids and spider mites. These pests extract nutrients from the plant, leading to yellowing edges of leaves.
Solutions1. Timely watering
Based on the growth habits of ping pong chrysanthemum, keep the soil slightly moist. Avoid watering directly on the leaves to prevent rotting. During high summer temperatures, increase watering frequency slightly; during low winter temperatures, reduce watering frequency.
2. Reasonable fertilizing
Choose fertilizers suitable for ping pong chrysanthemum growth, such as nitrogen-phosphorus-potassium compound fertilizer. Do not over-fertilize to avoid fertilizer damage. Generally, fertilize once a month and water thoroughly after fertilizing.
3. Moderate sunlight
Place ping pong chrysanthemum in a sunny location, ensuring 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily. In winter, increase sunlight exposure to promote plant growth.
4. Pest and disease control
Regularly inspect ping pong chrysanthemum and address pests and diseases promptly. Use pesticides and fungicides for control while ensuring good ventilation to reduce the occurrence of diseases and pests.
There are many reasons for the yellowing edges of potted ping pong chrysanthemum, but with the correct maintenance methods, this issue can be easily resolved. I hope this article can provide assistance in caring for your ping pong chrysanthemum and make your home environment more beautiful.
References:
《Household Flower Growing Manual》, published by China Forestry Publishing House in 2018.
《Potted Plant Maintenance Skills》, published by Shanghai Science and Technology Publishing House in 2017.