How to plant luffa on the balcony
Main content introduction: This article provides a detailed guide on how to plant luffa on the balcony and the indoor planting methods of green plants and flowers. Below, we will introduce the details to you.
It has become a common practice to grow flowers on the balcony at home, but most gardening enthusiasts only use the balcony to plant ornamental plants. In fact, they don't know that they can also plant some vegetables or fruits, which are not only nutritious and delicious but also very beautiful and even have many clever uses!
Today, let's talk about some key points for planting luffa at home. When luffa is planted well, it not only makes a beautiful potted plant but also tastes very good. It is excellent for both soups and stir-fries. Moreover, with simple processing, luffa can also be a treasure for nurturing flowers, so let's take a look together!
Luffa is a typical vine plant, very suitable for outdoor planting, so it naturally requires plenty of sunlight. When we grow luffa in pots at home, we should also make sure to place it on the south-facing balcony or windowsill with the most sunlight, allowing it to receive as much sunlight as possible, which will help it grow better.
However, in summer or just entering autumn, when the sun is particularly harsh, we should also provide some shade for the luffa. This is usually done by placing it in a relatively shady spot between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. and allowing it to bask in plenty of sunlight during other times.
How to plant luffa on the balcony
Additionally, luffa grows very fast, so we must provide it with adequate nutrients to support its growth. Many gardening enthusiasts have luffa plants that grow well but do not bear fruit, which is often due to insufficient nutrients. However, luffa does not require high levels of nutrients, and some dilute fertilizers can supply its growth well. For example, self-fermented soybean water or fruit peel water are both excellent.
Usually, we can make a few small holes in the potting soil for the luffa, but make sure to keep them a little distance from the roots. This way, when we water the plant, the water can carry nutrients into the roots and soil, helping the luffa grow better.
When caring for luffa in our daily routine, we mainly need to pay attention to sufficient sunlight and nutrients, and there are not many other requirements. However, the material of the luffa sponge is very special, making it very beneficial for nurturing flowers. It is durable, not prone to rot, and does not attract insects. Next, let's introduce how to use luffa to nurture flowers.