Causes of dry edges of velvet leaves The effects of dry edges of velvet leaves Control measures For horticulture enthusiasts and professional growers, the problem of dry edges of velvet leaves has always been a headache. Velvet leaves, due to their unique texture and beautiful appearance, are deeply loved by people. Many people have found that the edges of velvet leaves begin to show symptoms of dryness and yellowing during the maintenance process. This article will discuss in depth the causes of dry edges of velvet leaves, Impact and effective prevention and control measures. Reasons for dry edges of velvet leaves 1. Improper water management Water is a necessity for plant growth, but too much or too little water will cause dry edges of the leaves. Too much watering will lead to hypoxia in the roots, which will affect the normal growth of the plant; If too little watering will cause the leaves to lose water and lead to dryness.
2. Insufficient light Velvet leaves need enough sunlight for photosynthesis. If they are in a dark environment for a long time, the edges of the leaves will dry up due to lack of light.
3. Improper application of fertilizer. Excessive application of fertilizer or improper application of fertilizer will lead to too high soil salinity, which will affect the absorption of water and nutrients by plants, resulting in dry edges of leaves.
4. Invasion of diseases and insect pests is one of the important reasons for dry edges of leaves. Pests such as red spiders and aphids will absorb nutrients from plants and cause the edges of leaves to dry out. Influence of dry edges of velvet leaves 1. Affects aesthetic appearance The dry edges of leaves will seriously affect the aesthetics of velvet leaves and reduce their ornamental value.
2. Affecting the growth of leaves and the dry edges will cause slow growth and even death of plants.
3. Spread diseases Dry leaves can easily become carriers of pathogens and spread diseases. Prevention and control measures 1. Reasonable watering According to the growth habits of velvet leaves, water timely to keep the soil moist but not wet.
2. Place the velvet leaves in a sunny place with proper lighting to ensure that they can fully receive light.
3. Scientifically apply appropriate and appropriate fertilizer to avoid excessive fertilization.
4. Regularly inspect plants to prevent and control pests and diseases, and take timely measures when pests and diseases are discovered, such as spraying pesticides and removing diseased leaves.
Although the dry edge problem of velvet leaves is a headache, as long as we master its causes and control methods, it can be effectively solved. During the maintenance process, we must pay attention to the management of water, light, fertilizers and pests and diseases to ensure the healthy growth of velvet leaves and show their unique beauty. According to the "China Horticulture Industry Report", my country's horticulture industry has developed rapidly in recent years, and consumers 'demand for horticultural products is increasing day by day. Mastering knowledge of horticulture maintenance is crucial for horticulture enthusiasts.