Cultivation methods and precautions for pseudo-leaf trees
As an evergreen shrub with great ornamental value, the false leaf tree is popular among gardeners for its sword-shaped branches and red berries. Although this plant native to the Mediterranean has a unique appearance, its maintenance after mastering its growth habits is not complicated. This article will systematically sort out the key points for family cultivation of false leaf trees from environmental regulation to daily management. The three elements of the growth environment of false leaf trees are balanced and controlled by temperature and humidity. The average daily temperature of false leaf trees grows best at 20℃, and it is recommended to keep it above 10℃ at night. In winter, it needs to be moved indoors for maintenance, and the temperature should not be lower than 5℃. Maintain 50% air humidity through a sprayer, taking care to keep the soil moist but no water accumulation. The scientific soil allocation plan uses a mixed substrate of humus soil + peat soil + perlite (3:2:1), and new soil is replaced every 2 years. Bone meal can be added as base fertilizer during configuration to ensure that the soil pH value is maintained in the weak acid range of 5.5-6.5, and 3 cm of ceramite should be laid at the bottom to enhance drainage. Light intensity management Receive full sunshine in spring and autumn, and 40% of the light needs to be blocked in summer to avoid leaf burns. Indoor maintenance can be placed on the southeast sill, and the flowerpot can be rotated 45° every 10 days to ensure uniform light reception. In winter, light should be replenished for no less than 4 hours a day. Daily maintenance skills for pseudo-leaf trees Precise water management During the growth period, the principle of "seeing dry, seeing wet" is followed. Water is poured every 3 days in spring and autumn, and sprayed in the morning and evening to increase humidity in summer. In winter, control the water until the basin soil is semi-dry, and it is safer to use the dipping basin method to replenish water. Use rainwater at around pH 6.0 or stand tap water. Tips for styling and pruning: Conduct styling and pruning from March to May, keep the height of the main trunk at 30cm, and remove the bottom 1/3 of the branches and leaves. Remove the top buds in time to promote the germination of lateral branches, and apply plant ash after pruning to prevent infection. It is recommended to retain 6-8 main branches to form an umbrella-shaped crown. Cultivation methods and precautions for pseudo-leaf trees. Disease control strategies for pseudo-leaf trees. Disease response plan. At the beginning of leaf blight, 800 times solution of mancozeb is used to control the disease.(T-J) The disease needs to be cut off and sprayed with difenoconazole. Wipe the leaves with garlic extract every month to enhance disease resistance and keep the plant spacing above 30cm to ensure ventilation. Pest management methods Scale insects are manually eliminated with toothpicks and then sprayed with thiamethoxam. Red spiders can be killed with matrine solution. Check the back of the leaves regularly and immediately treat the eggs with alcohol cotton swabs when found. Hanging yellow sticky insect boards can effectively monitor insect pests. For special maintenance of false leaf trees, please pay attention to avoid air conditioning outlets when placed indoors. It is recommended to use them with a humidifier. Prevent children from eating berries by mistake during ripening period, and wear gloves when pruning to avoid contact with juice. In the northern region, temporary greenhouses can be built with plastic film in winter to keep the temperature difference between day and night within 8℃.
By scientifically controlling the three major factors of light, moisture and temperature, combined with regular pruning and pest prevention, the pseudo-leaf tree can maintain its ornamental value throughout the year. It is recommended to apply slow-release fertilizer every quarter, combined with foliar topdressing to supplement trace elements. Mastering the core principles of "warm winter and cool summer, alternating dry and wet", even novices can cultivate beautifully shaped artificial leaf tree potted plants.