How to raise jade weng cactus to bloom
As a flowering star among succulents, Yuweng cactus is popular among enthusiasts for its unique fluffy balls and pink garlands. If you want Yuweng to bloom the iconic ring-shaped flower, you need to master four core maintenance elements. This article will analyze the cultivation secrets in detail from light regulation to water and fertilizer management. 1. Lighting regulation and management 1. The light intensity requires Yuwen to be a typical positive plant and needs 6-8 hours of direct light every day. Full sunshine maintenance is recommended in spring and autumn, 30% shade should be covered at noon in summer, and south-facing window sills should be placed to replenish light in winter. Long-term exposure to a dark environment will cause the sphere to grow excessively and the flowering gene cannot be activated. 2. Seasonally adjusted winter requires special attention to filling light. Using plant fill light to extend light for 3 hours per day can promote flower bud differentiation. When the high temperature exceeds 35 ° C in summer, noon exposure should be avoided. It is recommended to use a sunshade net to reduce the light intensity to about 30000lux. 2. Environmental temperature and humidity control 1. The optimal growth temperature for temperature range management is maintained between 18-28℃, and it is maintained above 5℃ in winter to safely overwinter. The temperature difference between day and night is crucial for flowering. Spring and autumn can create a temperature difference of 10℃ (25℃ during the day/15℃ at night) to stimulate flower bud formation. 2. Humidity balance skills Keep the environmental humidity of 40-50%, and ventilation needs to be strengthened during the rainy season to prevent mildew. You can use tray stone-pad to increase the wet process: place pebbles on the flowerpot tray and inject clear water to maintain local humidity through evaporation to avoid directly spraying the balls. 3. Scientific water and fertilizer management 1. The watering cycle is controlled in accordance with the principle of "dry through watering through". Water is poured every 20 days during the spring and autumn growth period, the summer dormant period is extended to 35 days, and water is cut off for maintenance in winter. Use a pointed spout to slowly fill water along the edge of the basin to prevent water droplets from staying on the top of the ball and causing rot. 2. The fertilization plan is designed to apply slow-release fertilizer every six months during the growth period, and apply additional phosphorus and potassium fertilizer (diluted to 1500 times solution) 45 days before flowering. It is recommended to use cactus special fertilizer, and control the ratio of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium at 3-12-12 to avoid excessive growth caused by high nitrogen fertilizer. 4. Special maintenance points When changing pots in spring every year, use a substrate with 70% of particles (red jade soil + deer swamp soil + volcanic rock) to ensure drainage and ventilation. Cut off residual flowers in time after flowering and retain nutrients to promote secondary flowering. Pay attention to preventing and controlling red spiders, and regularly use a 75% alcohol cotton swab to clean the villi spaces.
By accurately controlling the light cycle, temperature gradient and water and fertilizer ratio, and cooperating with scientific substrate management, even newbies in maintenance can make the jade weng cactus bloom charming garlands every year. Remember the careful management of the critical flowering period (March to May), and this hairy cactus will surely repay your careful care with a splendid crown.