Reasons why iron jasmine leaves turn red Iron jasmine leaves turn red Iron jasmine, also known as clematis, is a flower with high ornamental value. Its flowers are colorful and have various shapes. They are deeply loved by flower friends. Many people have discovered that the leaves of iron jasmine will gradually turn red during growth, which not only adds the mystery of the plant, but also adds a new dimension to the beauty of iron jasmine. This article will reveal the reasons why iron jasmine leaves turn red and provide corresponding maintenance skills. Reasons why iron jasmine leaves turn red 1. Climate factors iron jasmine is native to tropical and subtropical regions and is highly adaptable to climate. In warm and humid climate conditions, iron jasmine leaves turn red more easily. This is because the climate is warm and humid. The climate is conducive to the photosynthesis of iron jasmine, resulting in a decrease in chlorophyll content and an increase in lycopene content, which causes the leaves to turn red.
2. Light factors Iron jasmine has a high demand for light. Adequate sunshine can promote its photosynthesis and increase the lycopene content in the leaves, thus turning red. If there is insufficient light, the leaves of iron jasmine may not turn red., and even poor growth may occur.
3. Maintenance management Reasonable maintenance management is also an important factor affecting the reddening of iron jasmine leaves. The following are some common maintenance measures: (1) Moderate watering: Iron jasmine likes to wet the environment, but avoid standing water. Pay attention to keeping the soil moist and avoid standing water causing root rot.
(2) Fertilization: During the growing season, compound fertilizers can be applied in appropriate amounts to provide sufficient nutrients. When fertilizing, care should be taken not to excessive amounts to avoid root burning.
(3) Pruning: Timely pruning can promote the growth of iron jasmine and make its leaves more vivid. During the pruning process, attention should be paid to cutting off sick and weak branches and dead branches to keep the plant ventilated and transparent. Maintenance tips for iron jasmine leaves turning red 1. Control watering During the growth of iron jasmine, keep the soil moist, but avoid standing water. During the period when the leaves turn red, the number of watering can be appropriately reduced to promote the formation of lycopene.
2. Increase the light and place the iron jasmine in a sunny place will help its leaves turn red. If the indoor light is insufficient, artificial light can be used.
3. Reasonable fertilization During the growing season, apply appropriate amount of compound fertilizers to provide sufficient nutrients. When fertilizing, care should be taken not to excessive to avoid root burning.
4. Timely pruning and timely pruning can promote the growth of iron jasmine and make its leaves more vivid. During the pruning process, attention should be paid to cutting off sick and weak branches and dead branches to keep the plant ventilated and transparent.
The red color of iron jasmine leaves is affected by many factors, including climate, light and maintenance management. Understanding these reasons and adopting corresponding maintenance measures can make the leaves of iron jasmine more beautiful and moving. I hope this article can help you cultivate flowers. Road provides some help.
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[2]"Garden Plant Cultivation and Conservation", China Agricultural Press, 2016.