Can I keep impatiens at home?
Impatiens blooming on the windowsill always bring vitality, but many flower lovers often encounter withering plants during the maintenance process. This traditional ornamental plant can not only decorate the home environment, but also purify the air. Only by mastering the correct maintenance methods can the delicate buds continue to bloom. The three major factors in home maintenance of Impatiens Impatiens determine the growth trend. Impatiens is a typical positive plant and requires at least 4 hours of direct light every day. The south-facing balcony or windowsill is the best place to place it. Full sunshine can be received in spring and autumn, and proper shade is needed at noon in summer. Insufficient light will cause stems to grow excessively and flower bud differentiation will be hindered. It is recommended to turn the flowerpot 180 degrees every two weeks to allow the plants to receive even light. Water management affects root health. The watering principle of "seeing dry, seeing wet" is adopted, and water is replenished when the surface soil turns white. During the high temperature period in summer, spraying can be carried out in the morning and evening to increase humidity, but leaf area water needs to be avoided. Using a flowerpot with a hole in the bottom and matching a ceramsite cushion can effectively prevent stagnant water and root rot. During the winter dormant period, the frequency of watering should be reduced to keep the soil in a slightly dry state. Soil ratio ensures nutrient supply. It is recommended to use a mixed substrate of humus soil: perlite: vermiculite =5:3:2, and replace the basin soil every 2 years. Diluted phosphorus and potassium fertilizers are applied monthly during the growing period, and bone meal is added to supplement trace elements before flowering. Avoid using sticky and hardened garden soil, and regularly loosen the soil to maintain root permeability. Solutions to common maintenance problems. Leaf yellowing and peeling treatment must first check the soil moisture to eliminate the possibility of water accumulation. If there are brown spots, it may be a fungal infection, so the diseased leaves need to be removed in time and the roots must be irrigated with carbendazim. Keep the environment ventilated and avoid leaves carrying water at night. Prevention measures for flower bud shedding sudden changes in temperature are the main reason, and the maintenance environment should maintain a stable range of 15-28℃. Avoid moving the position of the flower pot during the budding period, supplement potassium dihydrogen phosphate foliar fertilizer, and control the amount of nitrogen fertilizer to prevent branches and leaves from growing too long.
Through scientific soil allocation, precise water control and reasonable lighting, impatiens can fully thrive in the home environment. Regular observation of the plant status and timely adjustment of maintenance strategies can allow this "henna" to bloom with gorgeous flowers year after year, adding natural vitality to the home space.