How to Cultivate Purple Flower Bromeliad
This article brings you the topics related to the cultivation and maintenance of the purple flower bromeliad, and if there are any mistakes, corrections are welcome!
The purple flower bromeliad, also known as the iron plant, has a small stature with long and slender leaves, and the flowers are purple-pink, making it very suitable for indoor potted cultivation. Its blooming period is long, and with proper care, it can last up to half a month. Although many hobbyists grow potted iron flower bromeliads, many beginners still do not know how to cultivate this plant. Let's talk about the methods and precautions for growing purple flower bromeliads.
I. Methods for Cultivating Purple Flower Bromeliad
1. Potting Soil Requirements
Non-transparent plastic pots are more suitable for the growth of purple flower bromeliads, and the pots should be larger.
The soil should be fertile, loose and breathable, with good drainage and water retention, and the pH value should be acidic. Hobbyists can prepare their own nutrient-rich soil for growing purple flower bromeliads, such as using peat soil and adding some perlite, decomposed leaf soil, and vermiculite, which creates a loose and breathable nutrient-rich soil that is very suitable for the growth of purple flower bromeliads.
2. Temperature Requirements
A temperature maintained between 20 to 30 degrees Celsius is most conducive to the growth of purple bromeliad flowers. The highest temperature should not exceed 35 degrees Celsius, and the lowest should not be less than 14 degrees Celsius. If the indoor temperature does not reach 10 degrees Celsius, the plant will suffer from frostbite. Also, be careful that the potted purple flower bromeliad should not be too close to the heater to prevent the leaves from drying out.
3. Lighting Requirements
Purple bromeliad flowers prefer a semi-shaded environment. In the summer, when sunlight is too strong, they should not be exposed to direct sunlight and should be shaded appropriately.
4. Water Requirements
Summer and autumn are the peak growing seasons for purple flower bromeliads, and they should be watered every two to three days, but be careful not to get water in the center of the plant. In winter, water should be controlled, and watering once a week is sufficient.
5. Fertilization Requirements
From April to September every year, fertilize the purple flower bromeliad with a compound fertilizer every half month. The concentration should be diluted to prevent root damage.
II. Precautions
1. Propagation Methods
There are two methods of propagation for purple flower bromeliads: seeding and dividing basal suckers.
2. Pest and Disease Prevention
The most common disease that can occur when growing purple flower bromeliads is red spider mites. If the purple flower bromeliad is infected with red spider mites, it can be promptly sprayed with fruit oil emulsion.
The above-sharing on how to cultivate purple flower bromeliads and the specific introduction of maintenance knowledge is for netizens to refer to and learn from.