Selection and placement of green radish soil and watering of green radish light and temperature of green radish fertilization and pruning of green radish pest control Green radish, as a common indoor leaf-viewing plant, is deeply loved by most flower lovers for its ability to withstand shade, easy maintenance, and strong air purification ability. How can we raise green radish to be both healthy and beautiful? This article will introduce you in detail the breeding methods of green radish and help you easily raise beautiful green radish. Selection and placement of green radish 1. When purchasing green radish, you should choose plants with bright green leaves, no pests and diseases, and strong branches. Avoid purchasing green radish with yellow leaves, thin and weak branches or pests.
2. The green radish should be placed in a place with moderate light and good ventilation, and avoid direct sunlight to avoid sunburn on the leaves. Soil and watering of green radish 1. Green radish is suitable for growing in fertile and well-drained soil. You can choose a culture soil made by mixing peat soil, legular soil, perlite, etc.
2. Watering is the key to green radish breeding. Under normal circumstances, it is enough to keep the soil slightly moist. During high temperatures in summer, the number of watering can be increased appropriately; during low temperatures in winter, the frequency of watering should be reduced to avoid root rot. Light and temperature of green radish 1. Green radish does not have high requirements for light. Scattered light or indirect light is enough to avoid direct sunlight to avoid sunburn the leaves.
2. The suitable temperature for green radish growth is 18-28℃, and the temperature in winter should not be lower than 5℃. Fertilization and pruning of green radish 1. Green radish does not have a high demand for fertilizer. Compound fertilizer or liquid fertilizer can be applied once a month. When fertilizing, be careful not to excessive it to avoid causing fertilizer damage.
2. During the growth of green radish, the withered leaves and long branches should be trimmed in time to maintain the beautiful shape of the plant. Prevention and control of pests and diseases in green radish 1. Common pests and diseases in green radish include leaf spot disease, scale insects, etc. When pests and diseases are discovered, the sick plants must be isolated in time and corresponding control measures should be taken.
2. Leaf spot disease can be controlled and controlled by spraying 70% thiophanate methyl wettable powder at 800 times; scale insects can be controlled and controlled by spraying 40% methoate emulsifiable concentrate at 1000 times.
Green radish breeding may seem simple, but in fact many details need to be paid attention to. Through the above methods, I believe you can easily raise healthy and beautiful green radish and add a touch of green to your home environment. Green radish also has the effect of purifying indoor air and creating a comfortable living environment for you and your family.
References: "Manual of Indoor Leaf Observation Plant Breeding", China Forestry Press, 2015 edition.
"Indoor Plant Conservation and Appreciation", China Agricultural Press, 2016 edition.