Choose the right planting container, soil, planting time, planting steps, daily maintenance, pest control, also known as smooth sailing. It is named because its flowers are shaped like palms and its color is as white as jade. It is not only beautiful and elegant, but also has the effect of purifying the air. It is a common green plant in the home and office. How to plant white palms at home? This article will introduce you in detail the planting method of white palm, allowing you to easily grow fresh green plants. Choose a suitable planting container and plant it in flowerpots with good air permeability, such as ceramic pots, plastic pots, etc. The size of the container should be slightly larger than the root system of the white palm to facilitate the growth of the root system. There should be drainage holes at the bottom of the container to prevent water accumulation. Select the soil for white palm, which prefers loose and well-drained soil. You can choose nutritious soil mixed with peat soil, perlite, and leaf soil. The pH value of the soil should be slightly acidic, about 5.5-6.5. Planting time The best planting time for white palm is spring and autumn. The climate in these two seasons is suitable, which is conducive to the growth of white palm. In the southern region, it can be planted all year round. Planting steps 1. Clean the flower pot: Before planting, rinse the flower pot with clean water to ensure that there is no dust and impurities.
2. Prepare soil: Put the prepared soil into the flowerpot and fill it to two-thirds of the height of the flowerpot.
3. Planting white palm: Gently place the root system of white palm into the soil to make full contact with the soil.
4. Filling soil: Fill the gaps around the roots with soil and gently compress them.
5. Watering: Immediately after planting is completed, water thoroughly to fully integrate the soil and roots. Daily maintenance 1. Watering: White palm likes a humid environment, but it is not suitable for accumulating water. Water it 2-3 times a week in spring and autumn. When it is high in summer, it is necessary to increase the watering frequency, and reduce the number of watering times in winter.
2. Fertilization: Compound fertilizer is applied once a month during the vigorous growth period of white palm, and the number of fertilization can be reduced during the slow growth period.
3. Lighting: White palm prefers semi-cloudy environments and avoids direct sunlight. When maintaining indoors, place white palm in a place with sufficient scattered light.
4. Pruning: During the growth process of white palm, the withered leaves and sick branches should be pruned in time to maintain the appearance of the plant. Pest and insect pest control Common pests and diseases in white palm include leaf spot disease, aphids, etc. When pests and diseases are discovered, weak branches and leaves must be removed in time and pesticides must be used for control.
White palm is a kind of green plant that is easy to plant and maintain. Through the above methods, you can easily grow fresh green plants at home. White palm also has the effect of purifying the air and adding freshness to your home environment. According to "China Flower News", White palm has a significant effect on air purification and is the first choice for home green plants.
During the process of planting white palm, pay attention to the above points. I believe that you will be able to raise healthy and beautiful white palm. I wish you a happy planting!