Cultivation methods and matters needing attention for pot protection grass
As a new favorite of indoor green plants, potted grass is favored for its strong vitality and unique hanging beauty. However, many flower lovers find that the plants easily grow and fall, making it difficult to achieve the effect of bursting pots. Mastering these five key maintenance points will allow the potted grass to easily grow in a waterfall manner. Three elements of environmental control Temperature and light regulation The optimal growth temperature band of potted grass is 20-28℃, and needs to be kept above 10℃ in winter. When the temperature exceeds 30℃ in summer, the plant should be moved to a scattered light place to avoid the yellow and yellow of the leaf tips caused by the western sun. Ensure 4 hours of direct light every day in spring and autumn to make the stem nodes thicker. Scientific watering method Using the "dipping basin method" can effectively prevent stagnant water: put the flowerpot into the water container and take it out immediately when the surface soil is moist. Maintain soil micro-tides in spring and summer, and properly control water in winter. When the air is dry, a sprayer can be used to humidify the surroundings. Shape management skills Regularly prune and promote branching. When the main stem reaches 15cm long, top it and retain 3-4 pairs of leaves. After the lateral branches grow, they are pinched again, and circulation operations can form dense crowns. Pruning should be done on sunny days, and carbendazim can be applied to the wound to prevent infection. Cultivation methods and matters needing attention for pot changing and rationing timing
When changing pots every spring, gently tap the wall of the pot to loosen the soil mass. Use disinfection scissors to divide the cluster plants into 3-4 clusters, each cluster retaining more than 5 aerial roots. A ceramsite layer is laid at the bottom of the new basin, using a 3:1 mixed substrate of legus soil + perlite. Common problems: Dealing with wilting of stems and leaves should be dealt with suddenly falling leaves are caused by excessive temperature differences, and the maintenance position needs to be gradually moved. Persistent yellow leaves may be a symptom of iron deficiency, so iron chelate fertilizer can be applied monthly. When aphids are found, use a cotton swab dipped in alcohol and kill them accurately. Root health maintenance At the beginning of rotten roots, the leaves are dull, and water should be stopped immediately at this time. After digging out the plants, keep healthy white roots and soak them in potassium permanganate solution for 20 minutes. After re-planting, bag and moisturize, and wait until new buds sprout before maintaining normally.
By precise regulation of light, warm water and fertilizer, and regular pruning and shaping, the potted grass can form a spectacular waterfall within 6 months. Pay attention to choosing a hanging flower pot with good air permeability, and regularly turn the direction of the plant so that every angle can receive light evenly. Master these maintenance tips and easily create your own green plant curtain wall.