Choose the right potted container, soil selection and configuration, light and temperature, watering and fertilization, pruning and modeling, pest control and reproduction method, Calathea lancifolia, because of its unique leaf pattern and elegant posture, has become a green plant darling in many homes and offices. Cultivating a healthy pot of double-line arrowroot can not only beautify the environment, but also bring fresh air. How to properly cultivate double-line arrowroot potted plants? This article will provide you with a detailed analysis of the breeding method of double-line arrowroot, allowing you to easily grow beautiful green plants. Choose a suitable potted container. Double-line arrowroot likes to grow in a relatively closed environment, so it is crucial to choose a potted container with good air permeability and drainage holes at the bottom. It is generally recommended to use potted plants made of ceramic or plastic materials with a capacity of 15-20 liters is appropriate. Soil selection and configuration Double-line arrowroot is suitable for growing in soil with good drainage and strong air permeability. You can choose to mix legus soil, garden soil, and sandy soil in a ratio of 1:1:1, and then add appropriate amount of decomposed organic fertilizer to improve soil fertility. Light and temperature Double-line arrowroot likes to scatter light and avoid direct sunlight. When cultivating indoors, the potted plant can be placed next to the window, but ensure that the leaves are not exposed to strong sunlight. The suitable temperature for the growth of Double-line arrowroot arrowroot is 20-28℃. Winter temperature should not be lower than 15℃. Watering and fertilizing Double arrowroot likes a humid environment, but avoid standing water. Keep the soil slightly moist when watering to avoid being too dry or too wet. During the period of vigorous growth, compound fertilizers can be applied once a month to replenish nutrients. During the growth of double-line arrowroot, some withered leaves will appear, which should be trimmed in time to maintain the appearance of the plant. During pruning, attention should be paid to the disinfection of pruning tools to prevent the spread of disease. During the breeding process of double-line arrowroot, it may be invaded by pests such as red spiders and scale insects. When pests and diseases are discovered, timely measures must be taken. Insecticides can be sprayed, and ventilation should be strengthened to reduce the occurrence of pests and diseases. chance. Breeding method Double-line arrowroot can be propagated through separate plants. During the growing season, the lateral buds growing next to the mother plant are dug out and transplanted into new potted plants to keep the soil moist to survive.
Cultivating double-line arrowroot potted plants is not complicated. You only need to master the above points to easily grow beautiful green plants. During the breeding process, you also need to pay attention to observing the growth status of the plants and adjust maintenance measures in a timely manner. I hope this article can Help you on your breeding path.
References: "Practical Manual of Family Flower Raising", China Forestry Press, published in 2018.
"Cultivation and Conservation of Indoor Leaf Observation Plants", Shanghai Science and Technology Press, published in 2017.