Abstract: Potted aloe vera is a succulent plant that is very easy to feed. It not only has the effect of beautifying the indoor environment, but also has a good health preservation effect. Today we will introduce in detail the cultivation methods and precautions for potted aloe vera. One: Choose the right aloe variety in selecting aloe vera...
Potted aloe vera is a succulent plant that is very easy to feed. It not only has the effect of beautifying the indoor environment, but also has a good health preservation effect. Today we will introduce in detail the cultivation methods and precautions for potted aloe vera.
1: Select suitable aloe varieties When selecting aloe varieties, consideration should be made based on personal interests, planting environment, cultivation conditions, etc. Varieties more suitable for home breeding are emerald magnolia, phoenix-tailed bamboo, tiger tail orchid, etc.
Two: Choose the right flower pot. Aloe vera does not like too large flower pots. Generally, you can choose a pot with a diameter of about 10-20 cm. It is best not to be too thick on the basin walls to facilitate ventilation and drainage.
3: Prepare soil with good permeability. Aloe vera needs soil with good permeability and good drainage. You can add appropriate amount of sand and decomposed organic fertilizer to peat soil, perlite, vermiculite, etc.
Four: Moderate watering. Aloe Vera does not like too much water. It is best to control the soil surface to be moist every time you water. Don't let the water drown the roots of aloe vera.
Five: With sufficient sunshine, aloe vera needs enough sunshine to grow well. It is generally suitable to place it next to the window or on the balcony, and ensure more than 2-3 hours of sunshine every day.
6: Keep ventilated aloe vera needs to keep ventilated to avoid a humid environment, otherwise it is prone to pests and diseases.
Seven: Pay attention to the temperature. Aloe Vera has certain temperature requirements. The suitable growth temperature is between 20℃ and 30 ℃. Do not let aloe Vera be attacked by severe cold in winter.
8: Appropriate amount of fertilization is required. Aloe vera is a plant that does not require frequent fertilization. Diluted organic fertilizer or aloe vera special fertilizer can be applied once every 3 months or so.
Nine: Timely pruning of aloe vera will grow some branches and leaves that are not conducive to growth. Timely pruning can promote plant growth and maintain health.
Ten: Pay attention to pest control aloe vera is more vulnerable to pests and diseases such as red spiders and whiteflies, and needs to be controlled in a timely manner. Pesticide sprays can be used or harmful plant parts can be removed.
Eleven: Avoid damaging aloe vera leaves and juice have a certain irritating effect on the skin, so pay attention to avoid damaging the skin when trimming or moving aloe vera.
Twelve: Regularly replace soil aloe vera has a long growth period. If insufficient soil nutrients will affect growth, you can replace new soil when changing pots every spring and autumn.
13: Strengthen observation of the growth status of aloe vera, and deal with any abnormal conditions such as yellowing, wilting, and death in a timely manner.
14: Pay attention to seasonal changes. The growth status of aloe vera is greatly affected by seasonal changes. More care and protection should be given during the growing season, and attention should be paid to heat preservation and cold protection in winter.
Fifteen: Although potted aloe vera is easy to raise, it is also necessary to pay attention to some breeding methods and precautions. Only correct management can aloe vera grow healthily. I believe that through the introduction of this article, everyone has learned how to maintain potted aloe vera and create healthy and beautiful small fresh home plants.