Princess Jiao Xiaoju Care Methods
Abstract: This article shares experience in the aspect of green plant maintenance, focusing on the care methods and precautions for Princess Jiao Xiaoju, as well as the cultivation methods. Detailed introduction is provided below.
Spring has arrived, and many of you must want to keep a pot of "blooming machine" at home, right? Today, Flower will introduce a plant with a high bloom rate and long blooming period - Princess Jiao Xiaoju. Princess Jiao Xiaoju is the " blooming labor model" in the plant world. As long as gardening enthusiasts master the right care methods, they can enjoy the vibrant purple petals of Princess Jiao Xiaoju blooming in full pots all year round. Let's take a look at its maintenance skills together!
1. Soil
The biggest advantage of Princess Jiao Xiaoju is its strong adaptability. Because of this adaptability, Princess Jiao Xiaoju doesn't have high demands for soil, and it can grow in most types of soil. However, during its growing period, Princess Jiao Xiaoju requires a lot of water. To prevent the soil from compacting due to excessive watering, it is best to choose a looser soil when preparing the soil for Princess Jiao Xiaoju.
This also helps the healthy growth of Princess Jiao Xiaoju and prevents soil compaction. It's also beneficial to add some base fertilizer when planting Princess Jiao Xiaoju to help it through its growing period smoothly.
2. Light
Princess Jiao Xiaoju loves sunlight. To care for it properly, it should be placed in a sunny area to receive ample light, which will promote better growth.
If the sunlight is insufficient during the maintenance of Princess Jiao Xiaoju, it is prone to leggy growth and a decrease in the number of flowers. The color of the blooms may also fade. It's best to ensure Princess Jiao Xiaoju gets more than 4 hours of sunlight a day for optimal growth.
3. Temperature
Of course, temperature is also crucial for successful cultivation of Princess Jiao Xiaoju. It is a plant that is both cold and heat resistant, so it doesn't have high requirements for temperature. However, there is one thing that gardening enthusiasts should note: in hot summers, intense sunlight can cause Princess Jiao Xiaoju to lose moisture too quickly, leading to a lack of water.
During this time, gardeners can place a water retaining tray under the pot of Princess Jiao Xiaoju to provide it with additional moisture. Moreover, with high temperatures in summer, it is necessary to provide shade for Princess Jiao Xiaoju. Generally, temperatures below 35 degrees Celsius are fine.
4. Watering and Fertilizing
Everyone knows that plants with a high bloom rate require ample water and nutrients, and Princess Jiao Xiaoju is no exception. Due to its abundant and long-lasting blooms, Princess Jiao Xiaoju has a high demand for fertilizer. During its growing period, it is important to continuously apply fertilizer to ensure the necessary nutrients for Princess Jiao Xiaoju. Generally, applying liquid fertilizer every ten days is sufficient to ensure adequate nutrition.