Potted kumquat care guide, bringing vitality to your home greenery.

Lighting, watering, fertilizing, pruning, pest and disease control, temperature and humidity, potting and soil

With the improvement of living quality, more and more people are starting to grow potted plants at home, which not only beautifies the environment but also cultivates sentiment. The small golden orange trees are deeply loved for their golden fruits and rich aroma. How to take care of the small golden orange trees? This article will introduce the maintenance methods for you in detail.

Lighting

The small golden orange trees have high requirements for lighting and need sufficient light to ensure their growth. In the growing season, the potted small golden orange trees should be placed in sunny areas such as balconies and windowsills. When the sun is strong in summer, appropriate shading should be provided to avoid sunburn on the leaves.

Watering

Watering is a key part of the maintenance of small golden orange trees. Too much or too little watering will affect their growth. Watering should follow the principle of "watering when the soil surface is dry," that is, water when the soil surface is dry. In high summer temperatures, the small golden oranges require more water, and the frequency of watering can be increased accordingly; in winter, when the temperature is low, the water requirement decreases, and the watering frequency should be reduced.

Fertilizing

The small golden orange trees have a high demand for fertilizer. They need to be fertilized regularly during the growing period. In the peak growing season, a compound fertilizer can be applied once a month to promote plant growth. In the fruit maturation period, the application of phosphorus and potassium fertilizers can be increased to improve fruit quality.

Pruning

Pruning is an important part of the maintenance of small golden orange trees. Proper pruning can promote ventilation and light penetration of the plant and improve fruit quality. In the growing season, sick and weak branches, crossed branches, and dense branches should be pruned in a timely manner to maintain the plant's beautiful shape.

Pest and Disease Control

Small golden orange trees are prone to pest and disease attacks, such as red spiders and scale insects. During maintenance, attention should be paid to observe the plant's growth condition and take timely measures when pests and diseases are found. Biological pesticides or low-toxic pesticides can be selected for prevention and control to avoid the use of highly toxic pesticides.

Temperature and Humidity

The suitable growing temperature for small golden orange trees is between 15-30°C. When the temperature drops below 5°C in winter, they should be moved indoors. Maintaining appropriate humidity is also beneficial for the growth of small golden oranges. When kept indoors, a humidifier or喷水 can be used to increase air humidity.

Repotting and Soil

After the small golden orange trees have grown for a period, they need to be repotted. Generally, repotting is done every 2-3 years, choosing soil that has good breathability and drainage. When repotting, the roots can be pruned appropriately to promote the growth of new roots.

The maintenance of small golden orange trees is not complicated. By mastering the key points of lighting, watering, fertilizing, pruning, pest and disease control, temperature and humidity, and potting and soil, you can make your home greenery thrive. It is hoped that this article can provide help for your maintenance of small golden orange trees.