How to hydroponically grow Gerbera
A small tip for life, introducing how to hydroponically grow Gerbera and the explanation of planting and management of green plants and flowers. Below is the detailed introduction.
Gerbera is very beautiful and has a strong ornamental value, many flower enthusiasts have it at home. The main maintenance is to control the temperature, frequently spray water, and apply thin fertilizer regularly. Let's talk about the cultivation methods and precautions for Gerbera.
I. Cultivation Methods
1. Choosing flower soil
The flower soil should have good breathability and drainage. When preparing it yourself, you can use 4 parts peat soil + 4 parts volcanic rock + 2 parts fine sand, mixed evenly as the flower soil.
2. Temperature
The suitable temperature for the plant is within the range of 13-30 degrees Celsius. When it exceeds this range, the plant's growth is restricted, and it may even die.
3. Watering
Watering does not need to be too frequent, generally once every 5-7 days is enough to keep the flower soil moist.
4. Fertilizing
You can fertilize once a week with a thin solution of fertilizer. Do not fertilize during high summer temperatures and low winter temperatures.
5. Lighting
Gerbera requires a lot of light, so it should be given plenty of sunshine. If the light is insufficient, artificial supplementation is needed. During the hot summer sun, it should be shaded appropriately, and during the other three seasons, it can be exposed to full sunlight.
II. Precautions
1. When the temperature is too high in summer, you can spray water to cool down. In winter, it is recommended to transfer the plant to indoor care.
2. Gerbera can be propagated by dividing the plant. When a small plant grows next to the mother plant, separate the small seedlings and care for them individually, which can become a new potted landscape.
3. If the plant is grown outdoors on the balcony, the pot may grow weeds. It is important to remove the weeds in time to prevent them from competing with the plant for nutrients.
4. The planting soil should be regularly sprinkled with quicklime to prevent virus infections and hinder the growth of the plant.
The above is the full content on how to hydroponically grow Gerbera, as well as the planting and management. I hope it helps you and also encourages everyone to visit more for green plant and flower experience and knowledge!