Abstract: Pocket coconut is a very popular potted plant, but many people encounter problems with poor moisture control during the maintenance process. The correct watering method can ensure the healthy growth of pocket coconuts. The watering method will be described in detail below. The growth environment of pocket coconut...
Pocket coconut is a very popular potted plant, but many people encounter problems with poor moisture control during maintenance. The correct watering method can ensure the healthy growth of pocket coconuts. The watering method will be described in detail below.
Introduction to the growth environment of pocket coconut Pocket coconut originates from the tropical regions of the South Pacific and Indian Ocean. It likes warm and humid environments and grows in places with abundant sunshine, humid air and fertile soil.
Preparations before watering Before watering, you need to check the moisture of the soil. If the soil feels dry, water it; if it feels moist, wait a while before watering it.
Basic principles for watering Pocket coconuts are not resistant to drought, but they should not be watered too much. The principle of watering is to keep the soil moderately moist, but not too wet or too dry.
Choose watering time. The growing environment of pocket coconuts needs to be kept warm and humid, so watering needs to be done frequently in summer; the number of watering can be moderately reduced in winter.
Choosing a mini coconut for watering requires sufficient water, but you can't water too much. Water can be watered by two methods: dripping water and soaking. Pay attention to the amount when watering.
Drenching method, watering method, means to evenly sprinkle an appropriate amount of water on the soil surface. After the soil absorbs water, sprinkle it again until the water meets the demand.
Soaking method The watering method means that the pocket coconut in the pot is soaked in clear water until the soil is full of water. This method needs to be careful not to over-soak it, and it usually takes 10-20 minutes.
Control of watering amount The root system of pocket coconut is relatively fragile, so the amount of watering each time should not be too large. Generally, the amount of watering each time is appropriate to make the soil moist, and do not allow water to flow into the bottom of the basin.
Control of watering frequency Pocket coconut is sensitive to soil moisture, and the watering frequency needs to be adjusted according to factors such as season and temperature. Water is generally watered once a day in summer, and can be reduced to once every 2-3 days in winter.
Precautions for watering When watering, you need to be careful not to pour water into the center of the plant to avoid causing the leaves to rot. In addition, be careful not to let water stay on the bottom of the basin to avoid root decay.
Spray to maintain humidity You can use a sprayer to spray the plants to increase the humidity of the air. But also be careful not to let water droplets stay on the blades to avoid causing the blades to rot.
Grasp the light and temperature. Pocket coconuts need enough sunshine and the right temperature to grow healthily. The number and amount of watering can be adjusted according to environmental conditions.
Strengthening fertilizer application can promote the growth of pocket coconuts, but it is also necessary to control the application amount and time. Generally apply fertilizer in spring and summer, and apply it every 10 days or so.
Timely drainage The pot soil of pocket coconuts needs to be kept moderately moist, but it also needs to be drained in time to avoid excessive moisture causing root rot.
Watering is a very important item in the maintenance of pocket coconuts. The correct watering method can ensure the healthy growth of plants. The number and amount of watering need to be adjusted according to factors such as season and temperature, and be careful not to over-water and not let water stay on the bottom of the basin.