Types of succulent plant fertilizers Selection of succulent plant fertilizers Use of succulent plant fertilizers Succulent plants have been loved by more and more plant lovers in recent years due to their unique shape and easy-to-maintain characteristics. To make succulent plants thrive, in addition to daily watering and light management, reasonable fertilization is also an indispensable part. This article will introduce you in detail the selection and use of fertilizers for succulent plants to help your succulent plants shine with vitality. Types of fertilizers for succulent plants 1. Nitrogen fertilizer: Nitrogen fertilizer can promote the growth of plants and make the leaves greener. However, excessive use of nitrogen fertilizer will cause the growth of succulent plants to be too strong and affect their appearance.
2. Phosphate fertilizer: Phosphate fertilizer helps the development of plant roots and improves plant disease resistance. For succulent plants, appropriate application of phosphate fertilizer can enhance their root vitality.
3. Potash fertilizer: Potash fertilizer can improve the drought and cold resistance of plants, and also help the transportation of nutrients in plants. Potash fertilizer is of great significance to the growth and development of succulent plants.
4. Compound fertilizers: Compound fertilizers contain a variety of nutrient elements and can meet the needs of succulent plants at different growth stages. When using compound fertilizers, attention should be paid to controlling the amount to avoid excess nutrients. Selection of chemical fertilizers for succulent plants 1. Choose chemical fertilizers according to the growth stage of succulent plants: succulent plants have different needs for nutrient elements in different growth stages. More nitrogen fertilizer is needed during the vigorous growth period and more phosphorus fertilizer is needed during the flowering period., fertilization should be reduced during the dormant period.
2. Choose non-irritating chemical fertilizers: The leaves of succulent plants are delicate and easily stimulated by chemical fertilizers. Choosing non-irritating chemical fertilizers is the key to ensuring the healthy growth of succulent plants.
3. Choose organic fertilizers: Organic fertilizers contain a variety of trace elements, which help improve the disease resistance and ornamental value of succulent plants. Organic fertilizers can also improve the soil structure and facilitate the growth of succulent plants. Method of using fleshy plant chemical fertilizers 1. Drinking method: Dissolve the chemical fertilizer in water, dilute it according to a certain proportion, and evenly apply it to the roots of fleshy plants. Pay attention to controlling the amount of water to avoid excessive amounts.
2. Foliar spraying method: Dissolve the chemical fertilizer in water, dilute it according to a certain proportion, and uniformly spray it on the leaves of succulent plants. Pay attention to avoid direct contact with the leaves when spraying to avoid causing damage.
3. Substrate fertilization method: Incorporate appropriate amount of chemical fertilizer into the substrate of succulent plants to help the plants absorb, but attention should be paid to controlling the amount of chemical fertilizer to avoid the substrate being too fertile.
Reasonable selection and use of succulent plant fertilizers is of great significance to the growth and development of succulent plants. When purchasing chemical fertilizers, the growth stage, soil conditions and chemical fertilizer types of succulent plants should be fully considered, and the correct fertilization method should be mastered to help The healthy growth of succulent plants adds a touch of green vitality to your home.
References: [1]"Handbook for the Conservation of Succulent Plants", author: Zhang Xiaohui, Press: China Agricultural Press, 2018.
[2]"Succulent Plant Planting Technology", author: Li Ming, Press: Shanghai Science and Technology Press, 2017.