Causes of hardening of potted soil Solutions for hardening of potted soil Precautions for hardening of potted soil Pots As the darling of interior decoration, their healthy growth is inseparable from a good soil environment. Many potted lovers often encounter one problem during the maintenance process-hardening of potted soil, which not only affects the growth of potted plants, but may also cause damage to the roots. This article will reveal the reasons and solutions for hardening of potted soil and help you easily maintain your beloved potted plants. Reasons for hardening of potted soil 1. Poor soil permeability: Long-term soil replacement or improper use of soil will result in poor soil permeability and water failure to penetrate normally, thus forming hard soil.
2. Improper watering: Too much or too little watering will cause the air in the soil to be squeezed out by water or cannot be replenished, causing the soil to harden.
3. Improper fertilization: Excessive fertilization or improper fertilization leads to soil salt accumulation and soil structure hardening. Solutions for hardening of potted soil 1. Change soil in a timely manner: Every 1-2 years, change the soil in a timely manner according to the growth status and soil conditions of the potted plant to ensure the breathability and fertility of the soil.
2. Improve soil structure: Add appropriate amount of organic matter such as legus soil and peat soil to the soil to improve the breathability and water retention of the soil.
3. Control watering: Reasonably arrange watering time according to the growth habits of the potted plant to avoid too much or too little watering.
4. Appropriate fertilization: Follow the principle of "applying thin fertilizer frequently" and apply fertilizer reasonably to avoid accumulation of soil salt. Preventive measures for hardening of potted soil 1. Choose potted soil with good air permeability: When purchasing potted soil, choose soil with good air permeability, such as peat soil, perlite, etc.
2. Regularly loosen the soil: Regularly use a small shovel or fingers to gently loosen the surface of the potted soil to increase soil permeability.
3. Appropriate fertilization: Apply fertilizer rationally to avoid excessive fertilization and reduce soil salt accumulation.
Hardening of potted soil is a common problem during the maintenance process, but as long as we understand the reasons and adopt corresponding solutions, we can easily deal with it. I hope this article can help you during the maintenance process of potted plants and let you and your beloved potted plants grow together.
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