What to pay attention to when growing flowers in summer
Today's editor will explain what to pay attention to when growing flowers in summer and provide detailed introductions on green plant care and maintenance precautions during the summer season. The following is a detailed introduction.
It is currently June, and the weather is getting hotter every day. People sweat just by moving a little, not to mention temperature-sensitive plants. If spring is the golden period for the growth of all things, then summer is the "danger period" for flowers and plants, as a little negligence can easily lead to their death. When growing flowers in summer, remember the five "do nots." If one is not done well, it can lead to the death of flowers and plants, leaving only empty pots.
1. Do not apply concentrated or raw fertilizers
Fertilizing is essential for growing flowers, and many flower enthusiasts like to make their own organic fertilizers at home, such as fruit peel fertilizers, rice water, soybean milk dregs, etc. These organic fertilizers are considered raw before they are fermented. When placed in a flower pot, bacteria will continue to ferment the fertilizer in the soil, releasing a large amount of heat during the fermentation process. Combined with the hot summer weather, bacteria are particularly active, and the heat produced by raw fertilizers can directly burn the roots.
When fertilizing in summer, it is important to pay attention to the fertilizer concentration, usually applying only a small amount of thin fertilizer, and avoiding concentrated or heavy fertilizers. As plants lose water quickly in summer, overly concentrated fertilizers can cause dehydration in the plant, leading to leaf drop, flower bud withering, and other fertilizer damage. Excessively high concentrations can even directly lead to plant death.
2. Do not water in the middle of the day
Watering flowers and plants in summer also requires a lot of attention. The temperature in summer is very high, especially at noon when the sun is most intense. Flowers and plants become very vulnerable in the extreme heat, and some may even look wilted. Many enthusiasts mistakenly think they are short of water and immediately water them, which can result in the death of the plants.
What to pay attention to when growing flowers in summer
Flowers and plants in summer are most afraid of being watered at noon. The weather is hottest at noon, and watering with cold water can shock the roots due to the drastic temperature difference, causing root damage. Therefore, you should not water flowers in the middle of the day during summer. The correct approach is to water in the early morning or evening when the temperature is lower.
3. Do not keep the environment hot and poorly ventilated
Some people grow flowers in enclosed balconies, keeping the windows closed and turning on the air conditioner when it's too hot, creating a stuffy environment on the balcony. The weather is already hot, and the plants have low resistance. With poor ventilation and no fresh air, their metabolism and photosynthesis are greatly affected. This often leads to leaf diseases, root rot, and stem decay. Many flower enthusiasts' plants die in summer, not from heat, but from a combination of heat and stuffiness.
If you are growing flowers in an enclosed balcony or indoors, ensuring good ventilation is a top priority in summer. It's best to open the windows for a few hours every day to allow for fresh air exchange. This is not only good for the plants but also beneficial to human health.