How to deal with the blooming stars
As an ornamental plant that is popular among horticulture enthusiasts, Gypsum is famous for its dense star-shaped flowers. When the full flowering period ends, scientific maintenance and management will directly affect the plant's ability to reflower and ornamental life. Mastering the correct pruning and maintenance techniques can keep your baby's breath alive. Three major maintenance priorities after the stars bloom 1. Precise pruning promotes regenerated flowers. Immediately cut off the dead branches to 3cm at the base, retaining the new bud points. Cut the crossing branches and inner branches to keep the plant type transparent. Cutting tools need to be disinfected with alcohol, and carbendazim should be applied to the incision to prevent infection. 2. Scientifically fertilize and store energy use decomposed sheep manure and bone meal in a ratio of 3:1, and bury 10g/m² shallowly along the edge of the pot. Alternate spray potassium dihydrogen phosphate (1:1000) and iron chelate foliar fertilizer every 15 days to continuously supplement trace elements. 3. The key details of water management adopt the "see dry and wet" watering method to maintain the substrate humidity of 40%-60%. Spray on leaves every morning and evening to moisturize, and cooperate with circulating fans to maintain air circulation to prevent gray mold from occurring. When partially withering, cut obliquely along 2 cm below the healthy tissue to retain the "Y"-shaped bifurcation point. For the overall wilting, 15cm of the main stem needs to be retained, and the roots should be irrigated with rooting powder to promote the emergence of new branches. After pruning, place it in a scattered light environment, and gradually increase the light after new buds germinate.
Through a systematic maintenance plan, the restoration rate of Gypsophila japonica can be increased by more than 70%. It is recommended to check the base of the plant monthly and remove old leaves in time to maintain ventilation. With spring and autumn pot change and root pruning, the plant can continue to grow healthily, blooming star-like flowers every year.