How to best care for the flowers you bought
A comprehensive analysis of the best way to care for the flowers you bought and an explanation of the cultivation techniques for green plants and flowers. Next, let's introduce them.
Beginners in flower care have little concept of most plants, and when buying flowers at the market, the vendor will only tell you to water them every few days. However, this is not enough, as there is no definitive answer to the frequency of watering. If you really follow this method, you are likely to kill the plant.
Today, let me introduce to you the most common plants in the flower market and how to care for them once you bring them home!
1. Clivia Miniata
Clivia Miniata is shade-tolerant and prefers a cool and humid environment, suitable for temperatures between 15~25 degrees. Avoid direct sunlight in the summer, and place the pot in a well-ventilated area. Use natural water like rainwater or river water for watering, or even air conditioner water. If using tap water, let it sit for a while to remove chlorine and to match the water temperature with the air temperature. The watering principle is: do not water when the soil is not dry, and water thoroughly when it is dry.
2. Epipremnum Aureum
Epipremnum Aureum loves water and is shade-tolerant. It does not require much sunlight; a bit of scattered light near a window indoors is enough, just avoid direct sunlight. Water when the top of the potting soil is dry, usually every 3~4 days in the summer, watering until water comes out from the bottom of the pot. The leaves will turn yellow if there is a lack of water, but be careful not to overwater, as积水 will rot the roots and the leaves will also turn yellow.
Epipremnum Aureum grows fastest in the spring and summer, preferring a warm environment between 20~28 degrees. It is sensitive to cold in winter and the indoor temperature should not be below 10 degrees, or it will freeze.
3. Zamioculcas Zamiifolia
Zamioculcas Zamiifolia is a drought-tolerant plant that dislikes water. Water only when the soil is completely dry and the leaves feel wrinkled and soft. You can pour water into the base and let the pot sit in the water to absorb it. Usually, ensure good ventilation and ample scattered light, as poor ventilation can cause root rot.
4. Kalanchoe Blossfeldiana
Kalanchoe Blossfeldiana is a light-loving and drought-tolerant plant with a long flowering period. Its main growing season is in autumn, winter, and spring, with summer being a dormant period. Now that the flowering season has just ended, do not water too frequently. Water when the pot feels light, and after the temperature rises to 30 degrees, strictly control watering, watering only when necessary. In the summer, avoid direct sunlight and heavy rain, as rain can cause black rot and root decay.
How to best care for the flowers you bought
5. Rhododendron
Rhododendron is very beautiful but also difficult to care for. It requires a higher humidity environment, ideally around 70%. If the humidity is not enough, you can use a plastic bag or spray water mist in the morning and evening. Although Rhododendron loves moisture, it does not like the soil to be too wet, so do not water too frequently, especially for newly bought plants, as letting them dry a bit helps root development. Avoid direct sunlight and provide scattered light.
6. Anthurium
Anthurium is a typical indoor foliage and flowering plant, native to tropical rainforests. It prefers a warm, humid, and semi-shaded environment. Do not expose it to strong light, and water when the soil is dry. Be sure not to spray water on the leaves in the evening, as the leaves should not have water droplets at night to prevent leaf burn, flower bud deformation, and discoloration.
7. Camellia
Camellia is a flower from the south, with the best growth temperature being 18~25°C. It can be cared for in full sunlight except in the summer. When growing Camellia outdoors, water when the surface of the pot is dry. When growing indoors, water less frequently. If the surface of the pot is dry, insert your finger into the soil, and if you can feel moisture, there is no need to water. Water only when there is no moisture. The most important aspect of caring for Camellia is ventilation, as poor ventilation can lead to diseases and pests.
Caring for flowers is a happy experience that can make our home warm and beautiful, full of vitality and the essence of nature. Flower lovers, what do you think?
The above information about the best way to care for the flowers you bought and an explanation of the cultivation techniques for flowers is provided for your comprehensive understanding and reference!