What Happens When the Leaves of Cineraria威尔士ii Wilt
Cineraria威尔士ii, as a common indoor ornamental flower, often leaves flower enthusiasts at a loss when its leaves suddenly wilt. This article analyzes the four core care points, combined with real symptom photos, to systematically master the early warning signals and precise repair solutions for leaf wilting.
Depth Analysis of the Causes of Wilted Leaves in Cineraria威尔士ii
Light Regulation Imbalance
The short-day characteristic determines that 3 hours of scattered light per day is best, and direct exposure to strong sunlight at noon for more than 2 hours can cause leaf edge burning and curling. This can be addressed by using double-layer shading nets or moving to an east-facing windowsill, combined with morning and evening misting to maintain leaf surface moisture.
Water Management Misconceptions
Keep the substrate moisture within the range of 40%-60%, using the "finger touch method": insert the index finger into the soil 2cm without a sensation of moisture, then it is time to water. A special note for planting in terracotta pots is to increase the watering frequency by 30%, while plastic containers must be strictly guarded against waterlogging.
Nutrition Supply Strategy
In the growing period, use the "3+1 fertilization method": 3 times of balanced NPK fertilizer (15-15-15) alternated with 1 time of calcium and magnesium trace element fertilizer. During the budding period, switch to potassium dihydrogen phosphate solution 2000 times, combined with foliar application to enhance the quality of flower buds.
Temperature Fluctuation Protection
In winter, maintain a temperature difference of 15°C at night/20°C during the day, using a "step-by-step insulation" method: use double-layer transparent storage boxes below 5°C and single-layer PE film at 10°C. During the summer high temperature period, turn on the circulation fan to maintain air circulation.
By adjusting light, scientific watering, nutritional proportioning, and temperature control protection, combined with regular checks of the condition of old leaves, it is effectively possible to prevent more than 90% of leaf wilting issues, keeping Cineraria威尔士ii always standing tall.