How to care for thick-skinned plants in winter
Let's share how to care for thick-skinned plants in winter and the cultivation methods and precautions for thick-skinned plants. Details are as follows:
Thick-skinned plants are evergreen small shrubs native to South Africa, also known as leaf生根 or "invincible," and are very common as indoor ornamental plants with high ornamental value. So, do you know how to care for thick-skinned plants? What are the cultivation methods and precautions for thick-skinned plants? Let's take a look together!
The cultivation methods and precautions for thick-skinned plants are as follows:
1. Soil: Thick-skinned plants are adaptable and easy to cultivate. For potting, a mixture of 3 parts of decomposed leaf soil and 1 part of sandy soil can be used as the growing medium.
How to care for thick-skinned plants? Cultivation methods and precautions for thick-skinned plants
2. Light: Thick-skinned plants prefer plenty of sunlight, so when there is sunlight, it is best to place them on the balcony for photosynthesis. However, avoid direct exposure to the sun as it can burn the leaves and branches.
3. Watering and fertilizing: During the growing season, water moderately to keep the potting soil moist but avoid waterlogging. Reduce watering as the temperature drops in autumn and winter. Control watering strictly during the winter flowering period but do not forget to water. Fertilize once a month. When the stems and leaves grow too tall, pinch the tips to lower the plant's shape and promote branching. Replace the pot every spring to maintain an attractive shape.
How to care for thick-skinned plants in winter
4. Pinching and pruning: For newly potted thick-skinned seedlings, pinch the tips to promote branching. For older plants with semi-woody stems that are leggy and bent, prune them to encourage new growth. To ensure thick-skinned plants have lush foliage and grow healthily, it's best to maintain the original shape when pruning and only target old and yellow leaves. Avoid excessive pruning at once, as it can damage the plant.
5. Pest and disease control: Thick-skinned plants are mainly affected by gray mold and powdery mildew, which can be treated with a 70% methylthiophanate wettable powder solution (1000 times dilution). For pests like scale insects and aphids, use a 40% carbaryl emulsion (1000 times dilution) for control.
6. Potting: When repotting thick-skinned plants, leave some old soil and add some fresh soil. When fertilizing, do not use too much. During the growing season, water about twice a week, not too much. However, in a hot and humid environment, water less frequently, and spray a little water mist on the leaves to keep the growing environment moist.
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