How to Care for Clivia Miniata After Blooming
After Clivia Miniata blooms, it enters a crucial care period. The quality of care during this stage directly affects the reblooming results for the following year. This article systematically analyzes the key points of post-blooming care and deeply discusses the much-debated issue of using rice washing water for irrigation, helping gardening enthusiasts master scientific care methods.
Ⅰ. Detailed Care Plan for Clivia Miniata After Blooming
1. Seed-saving Cultivation Guide
After pollination, retain the flower spike and harvest mature seeds when the berries turn red. It is recommended to keep 3-4 fully developed fruits, as excessive seed-saving will excessively consume the plant's nutrients. Seeds should be sown immediately after harvesting, or stored in a sealed container with refrigeration (temperature controlled at around 5°C).
2. Non-seed-saving Care Strategy
Three days after the flowers fade, cut the base of the flower stem at a 45° angle and apply a fungicide to the cut. Key points for care: • Light adjustment: Move to an east-facing windowsill to receive morning light, avoiding direct midday sunlight• Water management: Keep the substrate slightly moist, extending the watering interval to 10-12 days• Repotting timing: Repot two weeks after cutting the flowers, retaining 1/3 of the original soil• Fertilization plan: Supplement with phosphorus and potassium fertilizer (diluted 1000 times, applied every 20 days)
Ⅱ. Comprehensive Analysis of Scientific Application of Rice Washing Water
1. Fermentation Process of Rice Washing Water
Use the first rinse water and fill a transparent container in a 1:3 ratio: • Ferment for 5-7 days in summer, 10-12 days in winter• Open the lid daily to release gas, add orange peels to eliminate odors• Fermentation standard: The liquid is layered and clear, with a pH value of 6.2-6.8
2. Application Standards and Taboos
Dilute in a ratio of 1:15, and apply no more than twice a month. Note:• New repotted plants need to be acclimated for one month before use• Pause application during consecutive rainy days• Combine with loosening the soil to improve absorption efficiency
Through scientific post-blooming care and the reasonable application of rice washing water, Clivia Miniata can not only quickly recover its vitality but also accumulate sufficient nutrients. It is recommended to establish a care log, recording the plant's condition after each operation, gradually forming a personalized care plan.