How to cultivate Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum' in water
Here are some experiences on how to cultivate Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum' in water and some tips for the maintenance of water-cultivated Chlorophytum, let's get to know them together next.
Suitable water quality: If tap water is used for a long time in water-cultivated Chlorophytum, it must be fetched in advance and left to stand for two to three days before use, and water should be changed regularly to ensure clean water quality.
Add nutrient solution: Chlorophytum consumes a lot of nutrients during the peak growing season, so it is best to add a nutrient solution in the middle of the night, as sufficient nutrients are needed for vigorous growth.
Suitable temperature: Provide an environment of 20-28°C, and take temperature control measures in summer and winter.
Reasonable exposure to light: It is best to place it in a bright area, with exposure to light for three to four hours a day, which is conducive to growth.
I. Suitable water quality
If you want the water-cultivated Chlorophytum to grow more vigorously, pay attention to the water quality. If you plan to use tap water for a long time, you must fetch it in advance and let it stand for two to three days before use to evaporate the chlorine. Also, change the water regularly and change it when the water quality is polluted to ensure clean and hygienic water. In addition, control the water level properly, not too slow, just enough to cover one-third of the roots, as too high water level may affect root respiration and thus growth.
II. Adding nutrient solution
The nutrients in water are very few, while Chlorophytum requires a large amount of nutrients during growth. It is necessary to meet the demand for nutrients to promote its vigorous growth and increase its growth rate. It is recommended to add nutrient solution to the water regularly during the peak growing season, usually every half a month, using a special hydroponic nutrient solution, two to three drops each time. If it is not fertilized for a long time, it will not absorb the necessary nutrients, easily resulting in yellow leaves and dry leaves, which will severely affect growth.
III. Suitable temperature
Water-cultivated Chlorophytum should also pay attention to temperature issues. It prefers a warm environment, so it is best to provide a temperature range of 20-28°C. In a suitable temperature environment, Chlorophytum will grow faster and more vigorously. When the temperature exceeds 30°C in summer, ventilation must be strengthened to ensure air circulation. It has poor cold resistance, so when the temperature is low in winter, it must be moved indoors and controlled above 10°C, otherwise, it may be frostbitten and affect growth.
IV. Reasonable exposure to light
Chlorophytum is shade-tolerant, but it also needs light during growth. It should not be placed in a shaded environment for a long time, otherwise, it cannot perform photosynthesis properly and may develop yellow leaves over time. It is best to place the water-cultivated Chlorophytum in a bright area indoors, with exposure to light for three to four hours a day, which can promote the synthesis of more nutrients and thus benefit growth. Be sure to shield from strong light in a timely manner, otherwise, the plant may be sunburned.
The comprehensive method for cultivating Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum' in water and tips for maintaining water-cultivated Chlorophytum introduced above, I hope it can be a stone to attract jade and solve your problems with green plants.