What are shade-tolerant plants? Methods of selecting shade-tolerant plants Key points for the maintenance of shade-tolerant plants As the pace of life accelerates, more and more families are beginning to pay attention to the decoration and greening of the indoor environment. Due to the limitations of indoor lighting conditions, many families encounter problems when selecting plants. Problem, what is a shade-tolerant plant? How to choose shade-tolerant plants suitable for indoor planting? This article will answer you one by one. What are shade-tolerant plants?
Shade-tolerant plants, as the name suggests, refer to those plants that can still grow and reproduce normally in low light or semi-shaded environments. These plants have low requirements on indoor light conditions and are suitable for planting in indoor environments with insufficient light. Common Shade-tolerant plants include green radish, spider orchid, wincloth bamboo, etc. Methods to select shade-tolerant plants 1. Understand the growth habits of plants When selecting shade-tolerant plants, you must first understand the growth habits of plants. You can obtain relevant information by consulting plant information, asking horticultural experts, or consulting flower market sales personnel.
2. Consider the size and shape of the plant. The indoor space is limited. Therefore, when selecting shade-tolerant plants, the size and shape of the plant should be considered. Generally speaking, small or medium-sized plants are more suitable for indoor planting.
3. Choosing plants that are easy to maintain indoor plant maintenance is relatively cumbersome, so it is crucial to choose shade-tolerant plants that are easy to maintain. Plants with thicker leaves and slower growth rates are easier to maintain.
4. Pay attention to the color and smell of plants. Indoor plants must not only be beautiful, but also have ornamental value. When selecting shade-tolerant plants, you can choose plants with bright colors and fresh smells to add vitality to the indoor environment. Key points for the maintenance of shade-tolerant plants 1. Control watering Shade-tolerant plants have relatively low water requirements. Too much watering can easily lead to root rot. During the maintenance process, watering should be controlled to keep the soil slightly moist.
2. Maintaining ventilation Poor indoor air circulation may easily lead to poor plant growth. It is necessary to ensure that indoor plants have sufficient ventilation conditions.
3. Regular fertilization Although shade-tolerant plants do not have high requirements for light, they still need an appropriate amount of nutrient supply. During the vigorous growth period, appropriate amount of compound fertilizers can be applied to promote plant growth.
4. Cleaning the leaves indoor plants can easily accumulate dust, which affects the ornamental effect. Clean the leaves regularly to keep the plants fresh.
Shade-tolerant plants are an ideal choice for indoor greening. They can not only beautify the environment, but also purify the air. When selecting and maintaining shade-tolerant plants, you must understand the growth habits of the plants and master the key points of maintenance, so that indoor plants can become a good partner in your life.
References: Interview with horticultural experts in the book "Guide to Indoor Plant Conservation" of "China Flower Market" magazine