Choosing the right variety of soil and fertilization, light and temperature, watering and pruning, reproduction and maintenance As the pace of life accelerates, more and more people are beginning to grow succulent plants at home. They are deeply loved because of their unique shape and easy-to-maintain characteristics. How to make succulent plants grow from single-head to multi-head has become a concern for many growers. This article will provide you with a detailed analysis of the methods of cultivating succulent plants with multiple heads and help you easily create a lush succulent garden. Choosing the right variety Not all succulent plants are suitable for multi-head growth. Some varieties with slower growth rates and smaller plant types may be difficult to achieve multi-head growth. When selecting succulent plants, priority should be given to those that grow quickly and are easy to reproduce. Varieties, such as Crassulaceae, Yucaceae, etc. Soil and fertilization The growth of succulent plants is inseparable from a suitable soil environment. It is recommended to use sandy soil with good air permeability and good drainage, and add appropriate amount of legus soil and perlite to maintain the air permeability and humidity of the soil. In terms of fertilization, special fertilizers suitable for the growth of succulent plants, such as slow-release fertilizers or liquid fertilizers, should be selected and applied in accordance with the proportions stated in the instructions. Light and temperature Succulent plants have higher requirements for light, but avoid direct sunlight. Place succulent plants in places with sufficient scattered light, such as balconies, window sills, etc., and keep the indoor temperature between 15-25 ° C, which is beneficial to the growth of succulent plants. The watering principle of watering and pruning succulent plants is to "rather dry than wet" to avoid long-term accumulation of water in the soil. When watering, you should choose to do it on a sunny day in the morning to allow the soil to fully absorb water. When the succulent plants grow to a certain stage, pruning can be carried out to promote multi-head growth. The specific method is as follows: 1. Find the main stem of the succulent plant and use scissors to cut it from the bottom to retain part of the root system.
2. Place the cut main stem in a cool and ventilated place to dry the wound and wait for it to heal.
3. Insert the healed main stem into new soil, keep the soil moist, and wait for new roots to grow.
4. When the new roots grow to a certain length, long heads can be formed. The breeding methods for breeding and maintaining succulent plants mainly include rationing, cuttage and sowing. rationing is the simplest and most commonly used breeding method. The following are the steps for rationing: 1. Select a succulent plant that grows vigorously and dig it out of the soil with a shovel.
2. Gently separate the lateral buds on the main stem to retain part of the root system.
3. Plant the separated lateral buds in new soil to keep the soil moist.
4. After the new roots grow, long heads can be formed.
During the maintenance process, the following points should be paid attention to: 1. Regularly check the growth status of succulent plants and deal with pests and diseases in a timely manner.
2. Maintain indoor ventilation to avoid too humid the air.
3. Regularly replace soil for succulent plants to maintain soil fertility.
It is not difficult to cultivate succulent plants in multiple directions. As long as you master the correct maintenance methods, it can be easily achieved. By selecting the right varieties, soil, light, temperature, watering, pruning and breeding, you will have a A lush succulent garden, I hope this article can help you, and I wish you a happy cultivation!