Abstract: Is the pot of freesia in your house a little thin? Don't worry, let me tell you how to raise freesia to make it thick and beautiful! Planting environment of freesia First of all, you must provide freesia with a comfortable home. This little guy likes a warm, humid environment, but...
Isn't the pot of freesia in your house a little thin? Don't worry, let me tell you how to raise freesia to make it thick and beautiful! Planting environment of freesia
First of all, you must provide freesia with a comfortable home. This little guy likes a warm and humid environment, but is afraid of direct sunlight. So, you can find a place indoors that has sufficient scattered light, such as a location close to a window but not directly facing the sun. Maintaining the temperature at 15-25 degrees Celsius is ideal. Soil selection
Freesia roots have very high requirements on soil! It likes soil with good drainage and strong air permeability. You can choose soil specially designed for orchids on the market, or make it yourself. Generally speaking, lime soil, coarse sand and perlite can be mixed in a ratio of 2:1:1, which can not only ensure the permeability of the soil, but also provide sufficient nutrients. Watering skills
The watering of freesia should pay attention to "seeing it dry, seeing it wet." In other words, water the soil surface after it is dry, water it thoroughly but no water will accumulate. In summer, freesia may grow more vigorously, so the frequency of watering should be increased appropriately at this time. But be careful not to pour directly on the leaves when watering, so as not to cause the leaves to rot. Fertilization method In order to make freesia grow strong, fertilization is essential. During the growing season, apply compound fertilizer or orchian-specific fertilizer once a month. When fertilizing, apply it along the edge of the pot to avoid direct contact with the roots. In winter, the growth rate of freesia will slow down, and the frequency of fertilization can be reduced at this time. Light management Although freesia likes to scatter light, it cannot be in the dark for a long time. It is most appropriate to ensure 4-6 hours of scattered light irradiation every day. If there is insufficient light, freesia may grow thin and its leaves turn yellow. Trim and ventilation During the growth process of freesia, withered leaves or withered flower stems may appear. At this time, these parts should be trimmed in time to avoid affecting the growth of the plant. At the same time, maintain ventilation around the plants to avoid moisture retention. Pest and insect pest control Freesia may be infested by some pests and diseases, such as leaf spot disease, root rot, etc. Once pests and diseases are discovered, timely measures must be taken. Drugs such as carbendazim and thiophanate-methyl can be used for prevention and control. At the same time, keep the plants clean to avoid the breeding of pests and diseases. Breeding method Freesia can be propagated through separate plants. When freesia grows for a certain period of time, new plants will emerge from the bottom. At this time, you can carefully separate them and plant them separately. Plant breeding can make your freesia family grow stronger and stronger!
Raising freesia well is actually not that difficult. As long as you master its growth habits, provide a suitable growth environment, and take care of it carefully, your freesia will grow strong and beautiful. Come and give it a try to make your home more fresh and vibrant!