Clivia fertilization time
As an aristocrat among indoor ornamental plants, the growth status of Clivia is inseparable from fertilization management. Mastering precise fertilization rhythm and scientific nutrition combination can make sword leaves taller and brighter, and flowers bloom more brightly and lasting. This paper sorted out the key fertilization points through four-season maintenance practices. 1. Grasping the golden period of fertilization 1.1 The best operation time is 8-10 a.m. The best fertilization period, when the pot soil temperature rises and the root absorption efficiency is the highest. Pay special attention to avoid the high temperature period at noon to avoid volatilization of fertilizers and burning plants. 1.2 Seasonal fertilization frequency Maintain the rhythm of topdressing at 10-15 days per time during the spring and autumn growth period, extend the high temperature period in summer to 30 days per time, and adjust to 20 days before the winter flowering period to supplement phosphorus and potassium fertilizers. The northern heating area can maintain thin fertilizer for 15 days/time in winter. 2. Advanced nutritional formula plan 2.1 The optimal combination of organic fertilizer: bone meal + decomposed sheep manure is 3:1 to supplement calcium and phosphorus elements; the mixture of fried hemp seeds and shredded charcoal can not only provide oil nutrition but also adjust soil permeability. 2.2 Chemical fertilizers are accurately matched with N-P-K=20-10-10 water-soluble fertilizers during the growth period, and the formula is switched to 10-20-20 before flowering. It is recommended to alternately use organic fertilizers and chemical fertilizers, and add trace element fertilizers once a month. 3. Practical operation skills 3.1 Safe fertilization method adopts the circular ditch application method, with shallow ditches 5 cm away from the stem base for fertilization and then covered with soil. When spraying foliar fertilizer, avoid leaf cores, and strengthen ventilation within 2 hours after spraying. 3.2 Change the base fertilizer configuration using bean cake fertilizer + vermiculite + bone meal (2:1:1) as the base fertilizer, accounting for 15% of the total soil in the pot. Newly placed plants need to be slowed down for 20 days before starting topdressing. Comparison table for fertilization in the four seasons Spring (March-May): mainly nitrogen fertilizer, combined with decomposed oil residue Summer (June-August): diluted liquid fertilizer, and increased application of plant ash Autumn (September-November): balanced compound fertilizer, supplement ferrous sulfate Winter (December-February): mainly high phosphorus fertilizer, combined with seaweed essence and scientific fertilization is the key to cultivating high-quality Clivia. By observing the luster of leaves and the growth rate of new leaves, the fertilization plan can be adjusted in time. Adhere to the principle of "applying thin fertilizer and frequently" and dynamically adjust nutrient supply in line with seasonal changes, your clivia will surely have luxuriant leaves and flowers.