How to raise green radish in summer
High temperatures in summer are a severe test for green radish. Many flower lovers find that their beloved green radish leaves are yellow and branches are wilting. As a typical shade loving leaf-viewing plant, green radish needs to master five key elements in summer maintenance: water management, light regulation, ventilation control, temperature regulation and pest prevention. This article will analyze in detail the secret of green radish spending summer from these five dimensions. Key points for green radish maintenance in summer Scientific watering skills The golden rule of summer watering is to "see wet when it is dry." It is recommended to check the soil moisture every morning and insert your fingers into the soil 2 cm to feel the moisture. Use tap water that has been left at room temperature for 24 hours and slowly pour through the edge of the basin. Special note: Avoid watering during high temperatures at noon. Use flowerpots with drainage holes at the bottom. Add ceramite to enhance water permeability. Leaf moisturizing tips. In addition to watering the roots, use a sprayer to atomize and replenish water every morning and evening. It is recommended to add 1:1000 beer solution to the water, which can not only replenish nutrients but also increase leaf luster. Be careful to keep the air humidity between 60-70%. You can place a humidifier or water tray next to the flower pot. Environmental Regulation Guidelines Light Management Green radish is suitable for growing in a scattered light environment of 800-1500lux. Use a professional photometer to detect or observe the leaf status: when the light is too strong, macula will appear on the leaves, and if the light is too weak, the leaf color will be dim. Recommended placement location: 1.5 meters away from the east-facing window sill and under the north balcony sunshade net, the living room TV cabinet is away from direct light sources. Ventilation system is optimized to maintain air circulation. The principle of "three opens and three closes" must be followed: open windows for ventilation in the morning, and close the windows for 2 hours at noon to prevent heat waves., open windows for another 3 hours in the evening. It is recommended to use circulating fans to maintain air flow, but avoid blowing directly on the plants. Regularly wiping the leaves with diluted azedra oil can clean and prevent red spiders. Temperature control plan The optimal growth temperature of green radish is 18-28℃. When the temperature exceeds 32 ° C, cooling measures should be taken: place ice bags around the flower pot (which needs to be wrapped with a towel) Use clay pots instead of plastic pots to keep the plants at a distance of more than 3 meters when moving to the air-conditioned room. Common problems should be dealt with if yellow leaf phenomenon is found, immediately check whether the root system is rotten. After pruning the damaged roots, soak in carbendazim solution for 20 minutes, and replace with a newly prepared mixed substrate of peat soil + perlite (3:1). Supplement water-soluble fertilizer with high nitrogen content once a week, and it is recommended to use a special fertilizer for leaf-viewing plants with a formula of 20-10-10.
Through systematic maintenance and management, green radish can not only spend the summer safely, but also maintain bright leaves and vigorous growth trend in the summer. Remember to rotate the flowerpot regularly to ensure uniform light reception, and clean the leaves with a soft cloth every month. Your green radish will definitely become the most eye-catching green scenery in summer.