Let's share some small experiences on how to plant and germinate Taxus seeds and the related techniques for seedling promotion. Let's get to know more about it.
Different from other leafy and majestic plants, Taxus, when kept as a potted landscape at home, has dense leaves mixed with a few small red fruits, adding a touch of festivity. However, as a potted plant, it needs to have an attractive shape. Taxus also likes yellow leaves. If you are a gardener growing Taxus, how can you make the leaves more shaped? Pay attention to some key points, and the leaves of Taxus will be upright and shaped.
I. Light
Although Taxus prefers to grow in a warm environment, it is also cold-resistant. Many people think that Taxus is a plant that enjoys high sunlight, starting to expose it to the sun for a long time after planting. In fact, Taxus seedlings need to be cared for in a relatively shady place. Sunlight is very harmful to Taxus in its growing stage. Wait until Taxus grows taller and the branches show some maturity before placing it in a place that gets sunlight during the day. In summer, strong sunlight can cause the leaves of Taxus to dry out.
II. Watering
For daily watering of Taxus, water when the soil is half-dry, generally every three days or so. In summer, the frequency of watering should be increased. In hot southern regions, water can be given twice a day, while in the north, it's still once every two days, depending on how fast the soil dries. When the temperature exceeds 33 degrees Celsius in summer, Taxus will enter a dormant period. I always use a spray to cool down Taxus.
III. Fertilizing
The characteristic of Taxus is that it is not easily infested with insects and has good disease resistance. However, to be safe, fertilizing can also prevent pests. Try spraying a little Bordeaux mixture, which has been well received. The frequency of fertilizing Taxus is relatively frequent, needing to apply a solution of alum fertilizer once a month, with a ratio of 1:10:15. In autumn, some manure fertilizer can be applied, and in spring, a compound fertilizer containing nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium is needed.
How to plant and germinate Taxus seeds
IV. Potting
Since Taxus is not a small potted plant, it needs to be repotted every once in a while, preferably every year. As Taxus grows from small to large, it also needs to be repotted to a pot of appropriate size to allow the roots to continue growing. Remember to choose slightly acidic soil for repotting. During the repotting process, you can use methods such as breaking or cutting the old pot, or even push the entire pot of soil out from the drainage hole.
Experienced gardeners usually repot in spring and autumn. After removing the soil, remember to cut off some of the overly dense old roots and the roots that are discolored, indicating rot. Cutting off the old roots allows Taxus to grow new roots more vigorously. After repotting, don't forget the last step: water the soil to accelerate its integration with the new soil, then place Taxus near a well-ventilated window.
The key points of Taxus maintenance have been introduced to you. If you have Taxus at home or are planning to get one, you can save this for future reference!
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