How to Care for a Wealthy bamboo
Answering netizens' questions about how to care for Wealthy bamboo and related experiences of floral planting methods and techniques, let's introduce the following.
There are two methods of caring for Wealthy bamboo: hydroponics and soil cultivation. To make it grow better and more vigorously, you need to pay attention to its maintenance methods. Keep the water clean when hydroponic, and pay attention to drainage when soil culturing. Below are detailed introductions on the best care methods for Wealthy bamboo.
I. Hydroponic Wealthy Bamboo
1. Water Quality Requirements
Keep the water clean when hydroponic. If tap water is used, it should be exposed to sunlight for 1 day in advance to allow the chlorine to dissipate completely before use.
2. Water Changing
Change the water every 3-4 days when the plant has not developed roots. After the plant has developed roots, you can extend it to changing the water every 10 days or so. When changing the water after the roots have grown, do not pour all the water out; pour out half and then add new water to the appropriate water level.
3. Nutrient Solution
When the nutrients in the water are not enough to supply the plant's growth, you can add a proper amount of nutrient solution to the culture water. The nutrient solution can be purchased at a flower market and added according to the instructions.
4. Lighting
Hydroponic plants should not be placed in direct sunlight to avoid warming the water and damaging the roots. It should be placed in a location with scattered light for maintenance.
II. Soil Cultivation of Wealthy Bamboo
1. Soil
Wealthy bamboo prefers slightly acidic soil. You can mix 6 parts of peat soil with 3 parts of humus soil and 1 part of river sand, or 5 parts of garden soil with 5 parts of humus soil as the cultivation soil.
2. Water and Fertilizer Management
Keep the soil moist during the growing period but avoid waterlogging. During the growing season, you can apply a compound fertilizer of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, applying thin layers frequently.
3. Lighting and Temperature
The plant prefers shade and can be placed in a location with scattered light. The optimal growth temperature is between 20-30 degrees Celsius, and it should not be below 5 degrees Celsius in winter.
4. Diseases and Pests
Common diseases and pests that occur in Wealthy bamboo include anthracnose, leaf spot, scale insects, and leaf mites. You can use 70% methyl thiophanate 800 times solution or 75% carbendazim, alternating use, spraying once every 5-7 days, for a total of three sprays.
The above shared experiences of how to care for Wealthy bamboo and the techniques for cultivating it can bring help to you in your daily life!