How to raise newly purchased bougainvillea
How can a newly purchased bougainvillea quickly adapt to the new environment? This ornamental plant, known as the "tropical queen of flowers", often has yellow leaves falling off due to improper maintenance. This article uses four core maintenance points to teach you hands-on how to create a bougainvillea. 1. Soil ratio and pot changing skills 1.1 Original soil treatment principles Keep 2/3 of the core soil of the original soil ball and gently shake off the outer hardened soil. Pay special attention not to damage capillary roots, which are key parts of the plant for absorbing (S-Y) points. 1.2 It is recommended to use a gold ratio of peat soil: perlite: humus soil =4:3:3 for substrate formulation, and add 5% bone meal to enhance fertilizer retention. In humid areas in the south, 5% pine scales can be added to improve breathability. 2. Scientific water replenishment system 2.1 The root-fixing water irrigation method uses the dipping basin method to replenish water. The water level is maintained at 1/3 of the height of the flowerpot. After soaking for 20 minutes, it is taken out. Observe that the drainage holes on the bottom of the basin should be stopped when they are wet to avoid stagnant water and rotten roots. 2.2 Daily water management maintains soil micro-tide in spring and autumn, sprays in the morning and evening in summer to increase humidity, and controls water until the soil is dry in winter. Adjust by observing the condition of the blades: the blades are soft and drooping and replenish water immediately. 3. Environmental control strategies 3.1 Place scattered light in a place 3 days before the light adaptation period and gradually transition to a full sunshine environment. When using the sunshade net for transition, add 1 hour of direct light every day and adapt to it in 7 days. 3.2 The balance of temperature and humidity maintains a temperature difference of 8-10℃ between day and night, and no lower than 15℃ at night. Humidifiers need to be equipped during the northern heating season to keep the air humidity above 60%. 4. Nutrient replenishment plan 4.1 Fertilization is strictly prohibited 30 days before the slow seedling stage. Only after the new buds germinate 2 cm can you apply a 1000-fold diluted potassium dihydrogen phosphate solution. 4.2 Topdressing during the growing period adopts the principle of "applying thin fertilizer frequently", and a balanced fertilizer containing nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium is supplemented every 10 days. Apply special fertilizer for flowers during the bud appearing period, and the concentration is strictly controlled at 800- 1,000 times.
Mastering these four major maintenance systems, your bougainvillea will adapt to the new environment within 3 months. Special reminder: Regularly check pests and diseases such as red spiders, and use azedra oil to control them immediately after discovery. Through scientific management, novices can also make bougainvillea blossom all year round.