Hydroponic Flower Care Methods
Main Text Introduction: This article introduces hydroponic flower care methods and small green plant care experiences, including explanations of hydroponic flower care techniques and methods, as follows:
Try these "3 tips" for caring for hydroponic plants, strong roots, vigorous growth, and simultaneous blooming without mistakes.
Nowadays, many people enjoy hydroponically growing plants at home. With roots in water, placed in a transparent container, the white roots are very beautiful and can be directly observed growing. However, there is a significant difference between hydroponic and soil-grown plants. Hydroponic plants cannot grow according to their natural growth patterns because the roots of soil-grown plants grow in a dark, nutrient-rich environment, which allows for fast growth without issues. However, when placed in water, there is essentially no nutrition, and the plants cannot absorb nutrients. Moreover, they are in a stagnant state in the water, which slows down their respiration and easily leads to problems during the growing process. Therefore, hydroponic plant fertilizer is essential.
How should we fertilize hydroponic plants? Since the roots of hydroponic plants are usually white and tender, we must choose the right fertilizer and avoid using fast-acting fertilizers like fast-acting water-soluble fertilizers. If placed directly in the water, the weak roots, combined with the constant presence of a high concentration of nutrients in the water, will only lead to root burning, causing new roots to burn and resulting in leaf blackening and other issues. Choosing the right fertilizer is simple: opt for gentle fertilizers with a nutrient solution nature. Most nutrient solutions are well-fermented organic fertilizers, which do not easily cause root burning. Of course, home fermentation is also an option. Using pure organic nutrient solutions and adding a couple of drops to the water during water changes ensures a constant supply of nutrients. These nutrients are not overly strong and won't cause root burning. The roots can slowly absorb them, ensuring the slow growth of hydroponic plants without issues. Therefore, fertilizing hydroponic plants is essential and must be done regularly.
Under the premise of fertilization, it is also necessary to change the water for hydroponic plants in a timely manner. If the water gets slightly dirty, the dirt will adhere to the roots, hindering their ability to absorb nutrients. Without nutrient absorption, hydroponic plants will encounter problems such as yellowing and rotting leaves. Therefore, it is important to change the water when it gets slightly dirty and add a couple of drops of nutrient solution to each water change to ensure no issues arise.
The third point is to provide appropriate lighting, as plants cannot grow without light, and the same applies to hydroponic plants. If placed in a dark environment, their growth will be poor, and the leaf color will be much lighter. Hydroponic plants can be exposed to light but not direct sunlight, as direct sunlight can damage their roots. Since most of us use transparent containers for hydroponic cultivation, the roots are essentially grown in the dark. If the roots are exposed to strong light, it will cause problems, leading to poor plant growth. We can ensure that they receive 1-2 hours of scattered light daily, such as before 8-9 am when the light is weak, or after 2-4 pm when the light is not strong. With some exposure, the leaves can perform photosynthesis, and the nutrients will flow back to the roots, allowing the roots to grow and absorb nutrients well.
These are the three points to note for hydroponic plant care. In fact, the care method is very simple. We need to ensure proper lighting, prevent the lack of fertilizer, and change the water regularly. When the water gets slightly dirty, it should be changed immediately to keep the roots in a clean environment. Then the roots and plants will grow well, grow when they should, bloom when they should, and no problems will occur.
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