How to cultivate "Smooth Sailing"
The editor explains how to cultivate "Smooth Sailing" and shares tips on caring for this plant. Let's follow the editor and take a look!
"Smooth Sailing" is also known as Spathiphyllum, which is suitable for indoor cultivation. Its name is soothing to the ears, and many people choose to grow it at home. However, many people don't know how to care for the "Smooth Sailing" plant. In fact, the cultivation method is simple; just pay attention during the care process and follow the method to grow it well.
【One, How to cultivate "Smooth Sailing" flowers】
"Smooth Sailing" is a bit harder to cultivate than other flowers, but it will look very beautiful once grown. Therefore, flower lovers can try growing a pot of "Smooth Sailing" at home. Its survival environment is mostly suitable for constant temperature growth. If you want to grow it well, you must follow the cultivation methods for "Smooth Sailing," otherwise, it is easy to kill it.
【Two, The cultivation methods of "Smooth Sailing"】
<1. Choose loose and breathable soil>
"Smooth Sailing" potted plants require loose soil with good drainage and ventilation. Heavy soil should not be used. Instead, fertile soil rich in humus is preferred. Generally, a mixture of leaf mold, peat soil, and a small amount of pearl rock can be used to prepare the substrate. Add a small amount of organic fertilizer as a base fertilizer when planting.
<2. Moderate lighting is required>
Spathiphyllum is shade-tolerant and suitable for a semi-shaded environment. Direct sunlight should be avoided. About 60% scattered light is enough to meet its growth needs. Therefore, it can be kept in a bright area with scattered light indoors all year round. However, if the light is too dim for a long time, the plant will not grow robustly and may not bloom. In the north, during the winter, greenhouse cultivation may not require shading or only minimal shading.
<3. Fertilize frequently>
"Smooth Sailing" has a high demand for fertilizer, especially during the growing season when it needs to be fertilized frequently, almost every week. This is beneficial for its normal growth and blooming. However, in the northern winter when the temperature is low, fertilization should be stopped as the plant is in a dormant period.
<4. Maintain a temperature of 20℃>
"Smooth Sailing" prefers high temperatures and is sensitive to cold. The most suitable growth temperature is between 20-28℃. In winter, it should be kept indoors. The lowest temperature it can tolerate is 10 degrees. Therefore, attention should be paid during the winter. In the north, poor cultivation conditions and long exposure to low temperatures can cause root rot, leaf drop, or yellowing, and in severe cases, even death.
<5. Avoid excessive watering>
During the growing period, the potting soil should be kept moist but avoid excessive watering and long-term moisture, which can cause root rot and yellowing of the plant. In summer and dry seasons, use a fine-mist spray to spray water on the leaves and sprinkle water around the plant to keep the air moist, which is very beneficial for its growth and development.
【Three, Precautions for cultivating "Smooth Sailing" flowers】
<1. Replace the pot on time>