Can you still fertilize when you have too much meat and bloom? The five main points for fleshy flowering and fertilization. Succulent plants are deeply loved by many gardening enthusiasts because of their unique shape and low-maintenance characteristics. When succulent plants bloom, many flower friends will have questions: Can you still fertilize it after fleshy flowers? This article will answer this question in detail for you and share the five key points for fleshy and flowering fertilization. Can you still fertilize when you have too much meat and bloom?
The answer is yes. Although succulent plants grow relatively slowly during flowering, they still need appropriate amounts of nutrients to maintain their life activities. Appropriate fertilization during succulent flowering is feasible. Five key points for fleshy flowering fertilization 1. Choose suitable fertilizers During fleshy flowering, fertilizers specially designed for fleshy plants should be selected. Such fertilizers are usually rich in potassium and help promote the flowering of fleshy plants. Pay attention to the concentration of fertilizers and avoid excessive fertilization leading to root burning.
2. Control the frequency of fertilization During succulent flowering, the frequency of fertilization should be reduced and applied once every 20-30 days. Excessive fertilization will cause succulent plants to grow too fast and affect the quality of flowering.
3. Fertilization time The best fertilization time for succulent plants is usually in the evening or early morning. At this time, the temperature is low, which is conducive to the absorption of fertilizers and avoids fertilizing under the scorching sun to avoid loss of fertilizer and water.
4. Fertilization method Fertilization of succulent plants can be carried out through two methods: root fertilization and foliar spraying. Root fertilization is suitable for most succulent plants, while foliar spraying is suitable for some succulent varieties that like water and fertilizer. When fertilizing, pay attention to evenly apply to avoid fertilizer accumulation.
5. Observe the reaction of succulent plants During the fertilization process, the reaction of succulent plants should be closely observed. If succulent plants are found to have symptoms such as yellowing of leaves and wilting, it may be caused by excessive fertilization or improper fertilization, and you should stop immediately Fertilizing and take corresponding measures to adjust.
Fertilizing during succulent flowering is feasible, but you need to pay attention to selecting the right fertilizer, controlling the frequency of fertilization, selecting the right time and method, and closely observing the reaction of succulent plants. Follow the above five key points and believe that your succulent plants are in flowering. It will glow with a more charming style during the period.
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