Mini fortune trees, scientific name cycad, are loved by people for their beautiful shape and auspicious meaning. As a common indoor ornamental leaf plant, mini fortune trees are easy to breed, can purify the air, and add beauty to the home. This article will introduce the breeding methods of mini potted fortune trees in detail, helping you to easily grow a wealth tree.
Choose the right soilThe mini fortune tree is not strict with the soil, but it is best to have sandy loam that is loose, well-drained, and rich in organic matter. You can choose special soil sold on the market or make your own. The preparation method is to mix garden soil, decomposed leaf soil, and sandy soil in a ratio of 2:2:1.
Suitable breeding environmentMini fortune trees prefer a warm, humid, and semi-shaded environment. When breeding, they should be placed in a well-lit indoor area, avoiding direct sunlight. In the hot summer, they can be properly shaded and kept well-ventilated. The temperature in winter should be maintained above 5°C to avoid frostbite.
Watering and fertilizingMini fortune trees are drought-resistant and should not be watered too much. Generally, keeping the soil slightly moist during the growing season is enough, and watering can be reduced in winter. For fertilization, apply a compound fertilizer once a month during the growing season, and stop fertilizing in winter.
Pruning and shapingThe growth rate of mini fortune trees is relatively slow and requires less pruning. However, in order to maintain a beautiful tree shape, pruning can be done as needed. When pruning, you can cut off withered and yellow leaves, and sick and weak branches to promote the growth of new branches. To enhance ornamental value, shaping pruning can be done, such as pruning into a spherical or pyramidal shape.
Pest and disease controlMini fortune trees rarely have pests and diseases but still need to be prevented. During breeding, if pests and diseases are found, timely measures should be taken. Here are some common pests and diseases and their control methods:
1. Leaf spot disease: When spots are found, spray with 800 times the liquid of 50% carbendazim wettable powder.
2. Red spider: When red spiders are found, spray with 1000 times the liquid of 25% trichlorphon emulsion.
3. Thrips: When thrips are found, spray with 1000 times the liquid of 40% omethoate emulsion.
Breeding mini potted fortune trees is simple. As long as you master the aspects of soil, environment, watering, fertilizing, pruning, and pest and disease control, you can easily grow a wealth tree. I hope this article can provide help for you in the breeding process and wish you success in breeding!