Choose the right Milan variety, soil selection and preparation, light and temperature, watering, fertilization, pruning and pest control Milan breeding method Milan, with its elegant posture and fresh flower fragrance, has become the focus of many horticulturists. How to cultivate a beautiful Milan garden at home has become a headache for many novice horticulturists. This article will provide you with a detailed analysis of Milan's cultivation methods and help you easily create your own Milan garden. Before selecting a suitable Milan variety to cultivate Milan, you first need to understand the characteristics of different Milan varieties. Currently, common Milan varieties on the market include Phnom Penh Milan, Green Leaf Milan, White-edged Milan, etc. The edges of the leaves of Phnom Penh Milan are golden, and the edges of the leaves of the green leaf Milan are dark green, and the edges of the leaves of the white-edged Milan are white. Choosing the right variety according to personal preferences and home environment is the first step to successful cultivation. Soil selection and preparation Milan likes soil with good drainage and strong air permeability. You can choose mixed soil such as legus soil, peat soil, perlite, etc. When preparing soil, pay attention to moderate proportion to avoid the soil being too sticky, heavy or loose. It is also necessary to disinfect the soil regularly to ensure the hygiene of Milan's growing environment. Light and temperature Milan likes light, but avoid strong direct light. During the planting process, Milan should be placed in a sunny place, such as balconies, window sills, etc., and pay attention to avoid direct sunlight to avoid sunburn on the leaves. The suitable growth temperature in Milan is 15 ° C to 25 ° C, pay attention to keep warm in winter to avoid frostbite in Milan. Watering and fertilization Milan has a high demand for water, but avoid standing water. During the planting process, the soil should be kept slightly moist to avoid being too dry or too wet. When high temperatures in summer, the number of watering can be increased appropriately. As for fertilization, just apply compound fertilizer once a month. Pay attention to moderate concentration when fertilizing to avoid burning roots. Pruning and pest control During the growth process of Milan, we must prune in time to remove sick branches and dead branches, keep the tree shape beautiful, pay attention to the leaves of Milan. Once pests and diseases are found, they must be treated in time. Common pests and diseases in Milan include scale insects, red spiders, etc., can be controlled with pesticides. Milan's breeding methods There are two main breeding methods in Milan: cuttage and grafting. During cuttage breeding, select healthy branches, cut them into a length of about 15cm, insert them into a sand bed, keep them moist, and take root in about 20 days. Grafting breeding requires certain gardening skills, which is suitable for experienced gardening enthusiasts to try.
Cultivating Milan is not difficult. As long as you master the above points, you can easily create a beautiful Milan garden at home. May your Milan thrive and add a touch of bright color to your home life.