What should I do if the leaves of peace trees droop?
As an evergreen plant originating in the south, Ping 'an tree is very popular because of its thick, oily leaves and auspicious meanings. However, the problem of leaf droop during maintenance plagues many flower lovers, which often indicates that the plant is in a sub-healthy state. This paper will systematically analyze the causes of leaf drooping of Ping An trees and corresponding solutions from dimensions such as environmental adaptation to daily maintenance. Adaptation period of new pot soil stress response after maintenance of pot replacement For newly purchased or newly changed Pingan trees, the roots need 3-7 days to adapt. At this time, place it in a cool and ventilated place to avoid direct strong light. It is recommended to use the dipping basin method to replenish water: place the flowerpot in a water container, remove it and drain it after the soil is completely moist. Repeat the operation to ensure even penetration of water. Root activation techniques While watering thoroughly, a small amount of rooting powder (diluted at a ratio of 1:1000) can be added. Use clear water at a temperature of around 25 ° C to avoid cold water irritating the roots. The treated plants should be placed in an environment with a humidity of more than 60%, and combined with morning and evening leaf spray to accelerate recovery. Light intensity management, key elements of environmental control, receives scattered light for 4-6 hours every day in spring and autumn, and requires 50% blocking from 10:00-15:00 in summer. It can be maintained under full sun in winter. If it is exposed to light <2000lux for a long time, the leaves will droop and the leaf color will be dull. Temperature gradient control is optimal to keep the temperature difference between day and night at 5-8℃, 25-28℃ during the day and no lower than 18℃ at night. When the temperature is below 10℃, the plant will activate its self-protection mechanism, which is manifested by drooping leaves and stagnant growth. Scientific water management plan What to do with drooping leaves of Ping An trees is determined using the "three-finger detection method" to determine the watering frequency: insert your finger into the second joint in the soil, and water it if the pulp of your finger does not feel moist. 3-4 days per time in summer and 7-10 days per time in winter. When paired with breathable containers such as red pottery pots, the water evaporation efficiency can be increased by 20%. When water treatment process finds that water is stagnant in the basin soil, the flowerpot should be tilted immediately to drain excess water. Use a bamboo stick to poke ventilation holes in the soil surface and place them in front of the fan to enhance ventilation. After serious rotten roots need to be repaired, soak them in 800 times carbendazim solution for 30 minutes before replacing with new soil. Soil pH balance tests soil monthly using pH paper (ideal value 5.5-6.5). Adjustment plan: ① Rice vinegar solution (1:200) is watered once a month ② Ferrous sulfate (0.2% concentration) is applied quarterly ③ Pine needle humus soil is replaced by 3 cm of surface soil every year. Be careful not to supplement iron in excess to avoid blackening of veins.
Through systematic analysis, it can be seen that leaf drooping of Ping An tree is the result of multiple factors. It is recommended to establish an observation log during maintenance to record data such as watering time and environmental parameters. Master the watering principle of "seeing wet when it is dry" and cooperate with seasonal maintenance and adjustment, the drooping leaves can be restored to standing upright in about 2-3 weeks. As an excellent indoor leaf-viewing plant, Ping An Tree can maintain an oily green and stretched ornamental state all year round as long as its growth habits are understood.