How to care for the newly purchased beauty cherry blossom
How can the newly acquired beauty cherry blossom quickly adapt to the new environment? This colorful perennial herbaceous plant is named for its petals resembling cherry blossoms. Special care is needed for the new plant to transition smoothly. This article will systematically analyze key care techniques from environmental regulation to daily management.
Four essential elements of care
Temperature adaptability adjustment
New seedlings are recommended to maintain a constant temperature of 25℃, with a day-night temperature difference controlled within 5℃. Use a thermometer to monitor the temperature in real-time, and use a heating pad to assist in warming during winter, avoiding direct blowing of air conditioning in summer. Special attention should be paid to the 4℃ low-temperature warning line, and insulation measures should be taken when the temperature is below 10℃.
Intelligent watering rules
Use the 'three-finger detection method': insert the second joint of the finger into the soil to feel the moisture. Water thoroughly twice a week in spring and autumn, and change to morning and evening misting plus watering every three days in summer. It is recommended to use a long-spout pot to slowly pour water along the pot wall to avoid rinsing the roots.
Scientific lighting plan
Set up a 'three-level lighting protection': place the new seedlings on the east-facing windowsill for the first two weeks to receive morning soft light; after the adaptation period, move them to the south-facing area and use gauze to filter strong sunlight at noon. LED plant growth lights should be supplemented for 4 hours a day, with a distance of 40cm from the plant being optimal.
Precise fertilization strategy
After the slow seedling period, start the '123 fertilization method': apply root-promoting liquid after one week, add diluted balanced fertilizer (1:2000) after two weeks, and enter routine maintenance after three weeks. Before the flowering period, switch to potassium dihydrogen phosphate foliar fertilizer, combined with EM bacteria organic liquid fertilizer to enhance disease resistance.
Handling special situations
If yellow leaves appear, immediately check the root system, and if not rotting, apply chelated iron fertilizer. If aphids are found, remove them physically with an alcohol cotton swab, combined with neem extract for prevention. During continuous rainy weather, place a bamboo charcoal pack under the pot to prevent moisture.
By simulating the environment and adopting a progressive care method, the survival rate of newly purchased beauty cherry blossoms can reach over 95%. Regularly observe the plant's condition, establish a care log to record temperature and humidity changes, and after two growth cycles, you can cultivate a perfect plant form with a burst of flowers.