Adequate Light, Moderate Watering, Proper Fertilization, Pruning and Shaping, Maintain Ventilation, Avoid Large Temperature Differences, Regular Inspection
Pothos, as a representative of indoor green plants, is deeply loved for its strong vitality and ease of care. Many plant enthusiasts encounter problems with yellowing and loss of luster in the leaves when caring for pothos. As long as you master the correct care methods, the leaves of pothos can become as green and jade-like as ever, full of vitality. This article will reveal the secret to making pothos leaves greener.
Adequate Light
Pothos prefers a semi-shady environment, but prolonged darkness will cause the leaves to turn yellow. Placing the pothos in a place with sufficient scattered light, such as near a window, is the key to keeping the leaves green and lush. In summer, when the sunlight is strong, attention should be paid to proper shading to avoid sunburn on the leaves.
Moderate Watering
Pothos has a high demand for water, but too much or too little water will affect its growth. It is sufficient to keep the soil slightly moist. When watering, avoid pouring water directly on the leaves to prevent rot. You can use a spray to keep the surface of the leaves moist.
Proper Fertilization
Pothos needs sufficient nutrients during its vigorous growth period, but excessive fertilization will cause the leaves to turn yellow. During the growing season, applying a compound fertilizer once a month is sufficient. After fertilizing, water thoroughly to avoid fertilizer residue.
Pruning and Shaping
Pothos grows fast, and regular pruning can promote branching and make the leaves more lush. Pruning can also remove diseased and weak branches and leaves to prevent the breeding of pests and diseases. When pruning, be sure to keep healthy branches and leaves to avoid affecting the overall aesthetics.
Maintain Ventilation
Pothos likes a ventilated environment. Good ventilation can reduce the incidence of pests and diseases. When growing indoors, ensure air circulation to prevent the leaves from becoming moldy due to humidity.
Avoid Large Temperature Differences
Pothos has a strong adaptability to temperature, but large temperature differences will also affect its growth. When growing indoors, pay attention to keeping the room temperature stable and avoid temperatures that are too high or too low.
Regular Inspection
Regularly check the growth status of the pothos, and promptly discover and solve problems such as yellowing and loss of luster of the leaves. If you find pests or diseases on the leaves, deal with them in a timely manner.
Through the care in the above seven aspects, I believe your pothos leaves will surely become as green and jade-like as ever. The care of pothos is also a continuous process that requires patience and care. I hope this article can help you make your pothos a beautiful scenery in your home.