What to do when the baby's breath (满天星) wilts
Today's focus is on what to do when the baby's breath wilts and an introduction to the best remedial methods for wilting baby's breath, a topic about flowers and plants. Keep reading for more information!
There are many reasons why the baby's breath wilts. If it is due to normal metabolism, cut off the wilted parts and then care for it normally. If other causes are responsible, you need to find the cause first and then take appropriate remedial measures. Generally speaking, the baby's breath may wilt due to insufficient light, prolonged exposure to the sun, or improper watering. Let's talk about it in detail below.
1. Normal Metabolism
If the wilting of the baby's breath is due to normal metabolism, you can cut off all the wilted branches and leaves, and soak the potted plant in water for 10-20 minutes, with the water level just covering the soil. After soaking, place it in a cool and well-ventilated area to care for it, waiting for the plant to grow new branches and leaves.
2. Improper Watering
The baby's breath does not like moisture and is prone to waterlogging, so it should not be waterlogged. Water the plant every 2-3 days, and do not water it every day. Both excessive and insufficient watering can cause the baby's breath to wilt. It is recommended to water based on the dryness of the potting soil, watering when the top layer of soil turns white, making sure to water thoroughly. If you have watered too much, move the plant to a well-ventilated area to promote evaporation.
3. Insufficient Light or Prolonged Exposure
The baby's breath prefers a warm environment and can be grown in a place with plenty of sunlight, receiving 5-8 hours of sunlight each day. In hot summers, it should not be exposed to strong sunlight directly and needs to be shaded appropriately, with 70% shade being ideal. Half-shady conditions are best for care. Prolonged exposure can burn the leaves, causing them to turn yellow, wilt, and fall off. In this case, cut off the wilted and yellow leaves and place them in a cool, shaded area to lower the temperature. For baby's breath kept indoors during the winter, you can move it outside to receive sunlight every 7 days, or keep it in a well-lit area indoors.
The above is a comprehensive introduction to what to do when the baby's breath wilts and the best remedial methods for wilting baby's breath. I hope it brings some knowledge about green plants to green plant enthusiasts.