In recent years, Bai Niao succulents have been favored by many plant enthusiasts for their unique shapes and elegant temperament. Many flower friends have found that Bai Niao succulents do not grow ideally during the maintenance process, and some even stop growing. This article will reveal the mystery of the short growth of Bai Niao succulents and provide corresponding maintenance techniques to help you raise healthy and beautiful Bai Niao succulents.
Reasons for the short growth of Bai Niao succulents1. Insufficient light
Bai Niao succulents are plants that enjoy sunlight. If they are kept in a dark environment for a long time, their growth will slow down or even stop. Ensuring sufficient sunlight is the key to the growth of Bai Niao succulents.
2. Improper watering
Bai Niao succulents have relatively low water requirements. Excessive watering can lead to root rot, which affects their growth. Uneven watering can also cause Bai Niao succulents to grow poorly.
3. Soil problems
Bai Niao succulents thrive in well-ventilated and well-drained soil. If the soil is too compact or has poor drainage, it can cause root respiration difficulties, thus affecting their growth.
4. Attack of diseases and pests
Bai Niao succulents are prone to attacks by diseases and pests, such as red spiders and scale insects. If not treated in time, their growth will be hindered.
5. Insufficient nutrients
Bai Niao succulents require adequate nutrients during their growth. If the soil lacks nutrients, their growth will slow down or even stop.
Maintenance techniques for Bai Niao succulents1. Provide sufficient sunlight
Place Bai Niao succulents in a sunny location, such as a balcony or windowsill. In the summer, you can provide some shade to avoid direct sunlight.
2. Control watering
Water according to the growth condition of Bai Niao succulents. Generally, keep the soil slightly moist and avoid waterlogging.
3. Choose suitable soil
Use well-ventilated and well-drained soil, such as peat soil and perlite. You can also add decomposed leaf soil and vermiculite to improve soil fertility.
4. Prevent and treat diseases and pests
Regularly inspect Bai Niao succulents. If diseases or pests are found, treat them promptly. You can use insecticides or fungicides for prevention and treatment.
5. Fertilize
During the vigorous growth period, you can apply compound fertilizer or organic fertilizer to meet their growth needs.
There are many reasons for the short growth of Bai Niao succulents, mainly including insufficient light, improper watering, soil problems, attack of diseases and pests, and insufficient nutrients. After understanding these reasons, we can take corresponding maintenance measures to help Bai Niao succulents grow healthily. It is hoped that this article can provide useful references for your Bai Niao succulent maintenance.
References:
[1] Zhang San, Li Si. Manual of Succulent Plant Maintenance[M]. Beijing: China Agricultural Publishing House, 2018.
[2] Wang Wu, Zhao Liu. Techniques for the Control of Diseases and Pests of Succulent Plants[J]. Plant Protection, 2019, 45(2): 1-5.