What are the matters needing attention in the cultivation of rhododendron
Let's share with you the matters needing attention in the cultivation of rhododendron and the practical methods of caring for rhododendron in the aspect of green plants and flowers. Let's get to know each other.
The color of rhododendron is bright and eye-catching, warm and full of ornamental value, symbolizing long-lasting friendship, firm love, representing a happy life and longing. So, what are the breeding methods and precautions of rhododendron? What are the effects and functions?
I. Methods and Precautions for Rhododendron Cultivation?
Rhododendron is not easy to care for. It has strict requirements for the living environment, such as soil, temperature, humidity, light, and fertilizer and water.
1. Cultivation in loose, breathable, slightly acidic soil
Rhododendron is suitable for loose, breathable, and humid acidic soil. We can mix garden soil, river sand, decomposed leaf soil, and base fertilizer to make nutritious soil, or buy special soil. If the soil is alkaline, add a small amount of ferrous sulfate to neutralize the soil to make it slightly acidic, and be careful not to add too much.
2. Watering multiple times in small amounts
Rhododendron is suitable for a humid environment. During the cultivation period, water it multiple times a day in small amounts.
3. Apply thin fertilizer frequently
Avoid fertilizer damage while ensuring soil nutrition by applying thin fertilizer after diluting the fertilizer solution.
4. Place in a shady place under the condition of ensuring light
Rhododendron has a certain shade tolerance and needs light for growth, so do not place it in a shady place for a long time. Avoid strong light and place it in a shady place with light.
5. Prefer warm environment
The most suitable temperature for rhododendron growth is between 15-25℃, prevent freezing in winter, and ensure a minimum of 5℃. Cooling measures should be taken in summer, and ventilation should be enhanced.
Precautions:
In addition to the strict requirements for the living environment, rhododendron is easily invaded by pests such as red spider mites and short-bearded moths, and is prone to diseases such as leaf spot, brown spot, and yellowing disease, which can harm the health of the plant. Timely clean up the withered branches and leaves, and spray fungicides and insecticides for treatment. Clean the potting soil in time to ensure a clean and tidy growing environment.
II. Functions and Effects of Rhododendron?
1. Ornamental Value
Rhododendron has lush branches and leaves, beautiful flowers, is耐 pruned, and has unique root stocks, making it an excellent material for bonsai. It is suitable for viewing during the flowering season and can be planted in gardens as a low wall or barrier when not in bloom.
2. Medicinal Value
Root (Rhododendron Root): Sour, sweet, warm. Promotes blood circulation, relieves pain, expels wind. It can be used for hemoptysis, irregular menstruation, uterine bleeding, rheumatism, and falls and injuries.
Leaf (Rhododendron Leaf): Sour, neutral. Can clear heat and detoxify, stop bleeding. Used for carbuncles, boils, external bleeding.
Flower (Rhododendron): Sour, sweet, warm. Promotes blood circulation, regulates menstruation, expels wind and dampness. Used for irregular menstruation, amenorrhea, uterine bleeding, falls and injuries, rheumatism, hemoptysis, and epistaxis.
Summary: Rhododendron not only has certain ornamental and medicinal values, but also has beautiful and rich meanings. It is a good choice to send to one's family, lovers, and friends. It needs to be cultivated with care, carefully caring for it according to the living environment and breeding methods and precautions.
The above () introduces you to the matters needing attention in the cultivation of rhododendron and the comprehensive introduction of practical methods for caring for rhododendron, hoping to bring some knowledge about green plants to green plant enthusiasts.