How to Care for Tillandsia to Make It More Vigorous
Let's talk about how to care for Tillandsia to make it more vigorous and the cultivation methods of this plant. Let's take a look together!
Generally, the first impression of orchids should be elegant and delicate,偏向 the beautiful type of flowers. The orchid introduced today is named Tillandsia, which indeed piques curiosity. But its scientific name is Bromeliad, which is also a beautiful and long-flowering plant, making it a great choice for home cultivation. Next, I will introduce the cultivation methods of Tillandsia.
One, Soil
Tillandsia is suitable for growing in loose, breathable, and well-draining acidic soil. The potting soil can be made of general peat soil mixed with a bit of perlite. This type of soil can meet the nutritional needs of Tillandsia and is loose and breathable, which is beneficial for plant growth. If propagating by seeds, you can mix river sand, perlite, and peat soil as a substrate before sowing.
To create a good growing environment for Tillandsia, it is best to repot and prepare new soil regularly. Generally, change the pot every two or three years, and the new soil mixture is the same as before.
Two, Water and Fertilizer Management
Summer and autumn are the vigorous growth periods of Tillandsia, requiring more water. You can water it once in the morning and once in the evening to keep the soil moist. Additionally, you can spray water mist around the pot to increase humidity. Keep the soil slightly moist in winter. Avoid waterlogging and root rot. Tillandsia likes fertilizer, and a light fertilizer application once a month is sufficient.
Three, Light
Tillandsia likes light, and sufficient light can make it grow better. Insufficient light for a long time can lead to poor growth and even no flowering. In seasons with good light, you can let it bask in the sun outdoors, but in summer, when the light is too strong, you need to provide some shade to avoid burning the leaves.
Four, Temperature
Tillandsia is not cold-resistant and has high temperature requirements. The temperature during the day should generally be kept above 16℃, otherwise, it will enter a dormant period. The night temperature should not be below 10 degrees Celsius. If the temperature is too low, you can move the plant indoors to keep warm.
During the maintenance of Tillandsia, it is also necessary to repot it according to the size of the plant at the right time, which is beneficial for better growth. When repotting, choose loose soil and water thoroughly. After 20-30 days, it can be managed normally.
Five, Disease and Pest Control
During the cultivation of Tillandsia, root rot may occur, especially in summer. After the disease occurs, the growth of lateral roots will be affected, the main roots start to turn black and even rot, thus hindering the transport of water and nutrients in the plant. For this disease, you can use Metalaxyl-Mn to control it, and also pay attention to water control.
Snails, caterpillars, and red spiders are pests that commonly occur on Tillandsia. If the number is not large, you can manually capture them. If the number is high, you can use insecticides, but be careful not to use too high a concentration.
Six, Different Cultivation Methods in Different Seasons
1. Spring. When the temperature is above 15℃, you can repot and divide the Tillandsia. Keep the potting soil moist but avoid waterlogging. Frequently spray water around the pot to increase humidity and fertilize synchronously.
2. Summer. In summer, when the temperature is high, avoid direct sunlight. Water and fertilize normally and spray more water mist around the plant.
3. Autumn. In autumn, when the temperature is cool, you can place it indoors, keeping the temperature above 20℃ and reducing the frequency of watering and fertilizing.
4. Winter. If the inflorescence has already appeared, you can place it in a room with a temperature of about 10℃. There is no need to water it deliberately, but you can spray more water around to increase indoor humidity.
In addition, some people think that Tillandsia is toxic and dare not keep it at home. In fact, it is not toxic. Moreover, it has the function of purifying the air and has strong ornamental value, so you can feel free to keep it at home.
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