How to grow camellias to thrive
The editor will share with everyone the experience of green plant maintenance on how to grow camellias and the maintenance methods and precautions for camellias, the specific content is as follows:
Camellias are relatively common flowers in life, and people usually grow them outdoors, so they can often be seen in parks. However, not many people know how to grow camellias well. In fact, if you want to grow camellias well, you can follow the methods and precautions for growing camellias below, which will ensure that everyone learns how to grow camellias. Let's take a look together.
【One, how to grow camellias to thrive】
Camellias can be grown both indoors and outdoors, and placing them at home can effectively purify the air. However, to grow camellias well, you must first understand their growing habits. Generally, camellias prefer a high-temperature environment, especially in winter, when the outdoor air is very cold, and the plants must be moved indoors to avoid frostbite.
Moreover, during the noon, people can place camellias on the balcony, which is more conducive to their normal growth. When cultivating camellias, you can choose breathable soil to facilitate root growth. Usually, a mixture of peat humus soil and other high-nutrient substrates can be used to grow camellias, which will help them grow better.
【Two, methods for growing camellias】
<1. Soil selection>
Soil is the foundation for camellia growth, and all nutrients for camellias come from the soil, so the requirements for the soil are quite high. Generally, the soil has a high humus content, with a pH value between 5 and 6.5, slightly acidic, for such soil to allow camellias to grow robustly.
<2. Temperature requirements>
Temperature is definitely something to pay attention to when growing camellias. Camellias are not cold or heat-tolerant, and their most suitable temperature is between 18-25 degrees. Therefore, the ambient temperature must not be too high or too low, as it will affect their growth. It is especially important to note winter, when indoor temperatures must be above 3 degrees, as temperatures below 0 degrees will cause frostbite.
<3. Watering management>
The growth of camellias cannot be separated from water, as the evaporation of moisture can help regulate the temperature of camellias. For potted camellias, it is important to keep the soil moist and prevent it from drying out. If there is too much water, camellias will exhibit excessive growth, inhibiting the differentiation of flower buds, root rot, or death due to excessive waterlogging. It is best to water 2-3 times a day to ensure the normal growth and development of camellias.
<4. More fertilization>
Camellias require a lot of fertilizer, and the growth period of branches is long, with a higher need for phosphorus and potassium fertilizers compared to other plants. Therefore, fertilization should focus on phosphorus and potassium fertilizers, with nitrogen fertilizers as a supplement. Generally, a top-dressing is applied once in February to March when new buds start to grow, replenishing the nutrients consumed by flowering and promoting the healthy growth of new shoots.
<5. Disease and pest control>