How to care for the jade tree in spring
Today's tip sharing: How to care for the jade tree in spring and knowledge about the spring cultivation methods of jade tree flowers, let's learn about it together.
The jade tree has always been a commonly discussed flower in the flower cultivation circle, also known as the swallow's palm. There are many varieties of jade trees, such as筒叶花月 (tong ye hua yue), 黄金花月 (huang jin hua yue), 落日之雁 (luo ri zhi yan), 蓝鸟花月 (lan niao hua yue), 三色月花锦 (san se yue hua jin), etc. Although there are many varieties, the maintenance methods are surprisingly similar. Although it is often kept as a houseplant, it can actually bloom. Generally, after five years of growth, it has the ability to bloom. In the south, blooming is more common, so it can be said that the jade tree prefers to grow in warm environments. When the temperature drops below 10 degrees in winter, it will enter a dormant period. In spring, as the temperature gradually rises, it resumes growth. At this time, it is essential to promptly do four things to ensure lush growth throughout the year.
Pruning in spring
The jade tree enjoys growing in a warm environment. When the temperature exceeds 15 degrees, it will gradually resume growth. However, after a winter of growth, its appearance may become very disordered, sometimes resembling an octopus, which is particularly unattractive. This is a good time to prune and reshape the jade tree, as it will quickly sprout after cutting.
When pruning, observe the density of the branches. Thinning them can increase ventilation and light penetration, allowing each branch to receive even light and grow strong. Also, cut back the overly long branches to promote the growth of new buds and make the shape rounder. If there are any withered or diseased branches, they should be cut off promptly to avoid excessive nutrient consumption. Pruning the jade tree should be aggressive, as it has a strong germination ability and can grow lush even after being pruned to the stem.
Remember to change the soil
Don't forget to change the soil for the jade tree. The roots of the jade tree are shallow, and after removing it from the pot, you'll find that it has a lot of fine roots. It prefers to grow in breathable, loose, and fertile soil. If the soil is as hard as a stone, it will be difficult to grow well in the future. When changing the soil, remember to prune the flowers, remove some of the fibrous roots, and pay attention to disinfection. After drying the wounds, repot it.
How to care for the jade tree in spring
The new soil should be mixed with an appropriate amount of decomposed leaf soil, particle soil, and a small amount of base fertilizer to ensure lush growth throughout the year. Whether to repot and change the soil can also be determined based on the age of the tree. For young jade trees, the soil can be changed every year, while for trees over three years old, the soil can be changed every two to three years. Of course, it is also necessary to observe the condition of the soil. If not properly maintained, the soil can easily become compacted. When the temperature is suitable, it should be changed at any time.
Resume fertilizing
Although the jade tree is a relatively tough plant, experienced flower enthusiasts know that in spring, which is the growing season, it is essential to remember to fertilize. However, fertilizing should be done carefully. Do not use too much at once. Apply thin fertilization frequently, starting with a small amount and gradually increasing the concentration to a suitable level. You can bury multi-element compound fertilizer in the flower soil, mainly nitrogen fertilizer, or use Flower多多一号. If you are good at using organic fertilizers, you can also ferment rice washing water, fruit peel water, or soybean water and use it every ten days for two consecutive times. The branches will be lush and green.
Increase sunlight
Those who are good at growing flowers pay attention to the intensity of sunlight, especially for sun-loving flowers like the jade tree. It should be placed in a sunny location. If there is insufficient sunlight, the leaves will become withered, growth will slow down, and they will gradually turn yellow. The jade tree is a plant that can bloom, and blooming is greatly affected by sunlight. More exposure to sunlight will ensure that your jade tree can bloom every year.
The jade tree can be trained into an old桩 (old trunk), which will become warm and smooth, simple and elegant, and have the charm of an ancient tree. More sunlight exposure can make the branches quickly become woody. As the temperature continues to rise, try to place it outdoors as much as possible. One day of rain is better than a month of indoor care.
The above is a specific introduction on how to care for the jade tree in spring and related spring cultivation methods. I hope it brings some floral knowledge to green plant enthusiasts.