Phoenix flower breeding methods and matters needing attention
Every time in midsummer, the phoenix tree blooms with flame-like flowers, becoming a well-deserved focus in the courtyard. However, many flower lovers often encounter problems such as sparse flowering and difficulty in wintering during the maintenance process. In fact, as long as you master a few key points, you can make this tropical beauty show the most amazing attitude. The basic soil ratio of the three elements of planting requires that the ideal substrate meets the triple needs of ventilation, drainage, and fertilizer retention. It is recommended to use professional nutrient soil, fermented pine needle soil and volcanic rock particles in a ratio of 4:3:3, and lay a 5 cm thick ceramsite layer on the bottom layer to enhance drainage performance. Mix bone meal as base fertilizer when changing pots every spring. Precise control of temperature and humidity Phoenix flowers are most suitable for growing in an environment of 25-30 ° C. When the thermometer falls below 15 ° C, it needs to be moved indoors. Winter maintenance in northern China is recommended to use temperature-controlled fill light to keep the air humidity above 60%, and spray with a humidifier regularly. Water and fertilizer management schedule maintains the principle of "seeing dry, seeing wet" during the growth period. Water is watered once in the morning and evening in summer, and thoroughly watered 2-3 days in spring and autumn. 5-8 Phosphorus and potassium liquid fertilizer is applied every half of the month, and fertilizer will be stopped starting in September to promote lignification. Spraying boron fertilizer solution on foliar surfaces during the budding period can improve the quality of flowering. Advanced maintenance skills The new plan for seed germination adopts the "stepped warm water soaking method": first place the seeds in hot water at 60 ° C and stir to room temperature, then change to warm water at 40 ° C and continue to soak for 36 hours. Wrap it in moist water moss and place it in an incubator. When the temperature is set to 28℃, the germination rate can reach 90%. The wintering protection combination technology adopts a "three-layer protection system": winding the trunk with cold-proof cloth + covering the roots with pine scales + covering the crown with transparent insulation film. When it is particularly cold, lay heating cables on the surface of the basin soil to maintain the root temperature above 10℃. Common problems and precautions for cultivating phoenix flowers should be dealt with for root health diagnosis. When yellow leaves fall off occurs, tap the wall of the basin and take out the soil mass for observation. Healthy roots should be milky white. If brown rotten roots are found, immediately soak them in carbendazim, replace them with new soil and replant them, and suspend watering for 3 days. Green pest control is aimed at worm larvae. You can make your own azedra oil solution (10ml of oil +1 L of water +5 drops of detergent) and spray it in the morning and evening. During the adult stage, yellow sticky insect boards are hung and used to grow insect repellent herbs such as mint and rosemary to form ecological protection. Safety maintenance points Phoenix flower seed pods contain neurotoxins, so you must wear gloves when harvesting. Trim residual flowers in time after the flowering period ends to prevent children from touching falling petals. If you have pets at home, it is recommended to place the plants in an isolated area for maintenance.
Through scientific temperature control and precise water and fertilizer management, coupled with timely pest and disease prevention, even novice gardeners can cultivate phoenix trees with colorful flowers. Remember to regularly observe the condition of the plants and adjust the maintenance plan in time, so that this tropical style blooms in your courtyard year after year.