Choose the right variety, appropriate breeding environment, watering and fertilizing, propagation and pruning, pest control, succulent plants have become very popular in the flower market in recent years due to their unique shape and easy-to-maintain characteristics. Whether it is used as interior decoration or outdoor decoration, succulent plants can add a touch of greenery to our lives. This article will introduce you in detail the breeding methods of succulent plants and help you grow from a novice to a meat farmer. Select the right variety Before breeding succulent plants, you must first choose the right variety according to your own living environment and preferences. There are many kinds of succulent plants, such as Crassulaceae, Arimaceae, Lycoridaceae, etc. Different varieties of succulent plants have different requirements for light, moisture, soil and other conditions. The following are some common succulent varieties that are suitable for novice breeding: Jiyulu, Shengshihua, Hongzhiyu, Desert Rose, etc. Suitable breeding environment The environmental requirements of succulent plants are relatively simple, but the following conditions are the basic guarantees for breeding succulent plants: 1. Lighting: succulent plants like enough sunshine, but avoid direct sunlight. When cultivating indoors, they can be placed in Close to the window, ensure 4-6 hours of scattered light every day.
2. Temperature: The suitable temperature for the growth of succulent plants is 15-25℃. When the winter temperature is lower than 5℃, it needs to be moved indoors for maintenance.
3. Humidity: Succulent plants do not have high humidity requirements, but an overly dry environment will affect their growth. When cultivating indoors, indoor humidity can be appropriately increased.
4. Soil: Succulent plants like soil with good drainage and permeability, which can be mixed with peat soil, perlite, coarse sand and other materials. Watering and fertilization 1. Watering: Succulent plants are not resistant to waterlogging. Watering should follow the principle of "better dry than wet". When watering, pour water evenly on the soil surface to avoid watering on the leaves. When high temperatures in summer, Increase the watering frequency; when low temperatures in winter, reduce the number of watering times.
2. Fertilization: During the growth of succulent plants, apply compound fertilizer once a month. When fertilizing, sprinkle the fertilizer evenly on the soil surface and then water it. Reproduction and pruning 1. Reproduction: The main breeding methods of succulent plants include rafting, cuttage, sowing, etc. Dividing and cuttage are the most common breeding methods. rafting is suitable for succulent plants that grow vigorously. Divide the plants into several parts and plant them separately. Cutting is suitable for succulent plants with slow growth. Insert the leaves or stem segments into the soil and plant them after taking root.
2. Pruning: During the growth process of succulent plants, withered and sick parts may appear. They should be pruned in time to keep the plants beautiful and healthy. Pest and insect pest control There are few diseases and insect pests in succulent plants, but the following measures can help prevent diseases and insect pests: 1. Maintain a good ventilated environment and avoid overcrowding of plants.
2. Inspect the plants regularly and deal with pests and diseases found in a timely manner.
3. Use biopesticides or chemical pesticides for prevention and control.
Breeding succulent plants is not difficult. As long as you master the correct breeding methods, your succulent plants can thrive. I hope this article can provide useful reference for your path to meat farming.