How to cultivate "King Zhi Yu Ye" to make it flourish
This article introduces how to cultivate "King Zhi Yu Ye" to make it flourish, as well as the green plant flower cultivation methods and skills. Details are as follows:
"King Zhi Yu Ye," also known as Portulaca oleracea tree, has delicate and small leaves that are bright green and highly ornamental. Many flower enthusiasts like to grow it into a beautiful potted landscape for display. Although "King Zhi Yu Ye" is very easy to care for, it is not easy to grow it into an exquisite potted landscape. If mismanaged, the plant will grow too many branches and leaves without any shape, making it lose its ornamental value. So, how can you grow a beautiful "King Zhi Yu Ye" potted landscape? Just remember five key points of care, and the plant will grow vigorously and quickly take shape.
1. The potting soil should be loose and breathable.
"King Zhi Yu Ye" is not picky about soil, and general garden soil can sustain it. However, when cultivating it in a pot for ornamental purposes, we want it to grow quickly and develop into a sturdy, ancient appearance. Therefore, when preparing the soil, it is best to choose a well-draining and breathable potting mix, which is beneficial for root growth. Strong roots enhance the plant's absorption capacity, leading to vigorous growth.
When preparing the potting mix, aside from adding some coal slag and river sand for better drainage and aeration, a small amount of decomposed organic fertilizer can also be added to ensure the soil has enough nutrients for the plant's growth.
2. Regular pruning and shaping are necessary.
I've seen many enthusiasts' "King Zhi Yu Ye" plants grow very lush, but the branches are too tangled, crossing each other in all directions, which loses the ornamental value due to a lack of pruning and shaping.
It's known that "King Zhi Yu Ye" has a strong germination ability. During the growing season, the plant constantly produces new buds that grow into new branches. This not only consumes a lot of nutrients, preventing the main stem from thickening quickly but also results in tangled branches without any shape, greatly reducing the ornamental value.
Therefore, regular pruning and shaping are essential for a "King Zhi Yu Ye" potted landscape, especially for well-shaped ones. Any tangled branches should be cut promptly, and tall and lengthy top branches should be trimmed to maintain a good tree shape, which will make the plant grow faster and enhance its ornamental value.
3. Fertilization should be light.
"King Zhi Yu Ye" is not prone to flowering, although some enthusiasts can make it bloom. However, most people cultivate it as a potted landscape plant, so there's no need to fertilize excessively, especially for mature "King Zhi Yu Ye" landscapes. Excessive nutrients can encourage the plant to produce more branches.
If you want it to grow rapidly and develop a sturdy, old trunk, you can accelerate its growth by supplementing nutrients. You can apply some decomposed sheep manure, soybean cake, or other organic fertilizers to the potting soil, or provide it with slow-release fertilizer regularly. In short, it should not lack nutrients for rapid growth.
4. Avoid keeping the potting soil moist for extended periods.
"King Zhi Yu Ye" is a succulent plant with drought resistance but does not tolerate waterlogging. Long-term moist potting soil can lead to root rot and leaf drop, resulting in wilted plants.
No matter the season, when caring for a "King Zhi Yu Ye" potted landscape, watering should be cautious, ensuring the soil is not too wet. Allowing the potting soil to dry out occasionally can help the stems develop a semi-woody texture, making them more ancient and interesting.
5. Sufficient sunlight is required.
When growing "King Zhi Yu Ye" at home, it should not be kept in a completely shaded area for long periods because it is a sun-loving plant. Without adequate sunlight, its growth will be affected, resulting in thin and long branches, and the plant will lose its compact form.
If there is sufficient sunlight at home, except for the summer, it can be placed in a sunny area for care, allowing it to receive more sunlight. This will make the leaves thicker and more robust, preventing the branches from becoming too long.
By following these five points to care for "King Zhi Yu Ye," the plant will grow vigorously, and within a few years, it can be transformed into a beautiful potted landscape.
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