The cultivation method of the Silver Bay Queen flower
This article provides an introduction to the cultivation method of the Silver Bay Queen and the precautions for planting it in the field of green plants and flowers. Next, our editor will introduce it to everyone.
Silver Bay Queen, also known as the Silver Bay Evergreen. It has beautiful leaves and is very shade-tolerant. The Silver Bay Queen is also a good environmental protection plant, placing a pot of Silver Bay Queen at home serves both decorative and air-purifying purposes.
1. Hydroponic method
(1) Method one: For hydroponic cultivation of Silver Bay Queen, the root-washing method can be used, washing the soil-grown plant and then planting it in a container, adding water to 1/3 to 1/2 of the root system.
(2) Method two: Hydroponic cultivation of Silver Bay Queen can also use the cutting method, selecting healthy branches of the current year, cutting them and then inserting them directly into water, which can grow water roots in about 15 days. The image shown is of a hydroponically grown Silver Bay Queen.
Hydroponic propagation of Silver Bay Queen is suitable throughout the year, but it prefers warmth, with spring and autumn being the most suitable seasons.
2. Maintenance guide
(1) Temperature and lighting: The optimal growth temperature for Silver Bay Queen is 22-24°C. It will stop growing when the temperature reaches above 30°C or below 10°C. Silver Bay Queen enjoys ample scattered light, avoids direct sunlight in summer, and requires sufficient scattered light in winter. Insufficient light will cause the leaf color to fade.
(2) Water changing: For hydroponic Silver Bay Queen, change the water every 2-3 days during the initial growth stage. Spring and autumn are the peak growth seasons, so the water can be changed every 7-10 days. In winter, the plant grows slowly, and changing the water every 15 days is sufficient.
(3) Fertilizing: Add nutrient solution when changing the water for hydroponic Silver Bay Queen. During the peak growth seasons of spring and autumn, increase the amount of nutrient solution to meet the plant's growth needs. In hot summer weather, frequently spray clean water on the leaves to keep the air moist and the leaves clean.
(4) Disease and pest control: Hydroponic Silver Bay Queen is not prone to diseases, but when the plant is too dense and poorly ventilated, it may suffer from scale insect infestations. When scale insects occur, manual capture is the main method, and it is important to observe for any eggs at all times to prevent recurrence.
What are the precautions for planting Silver Bay Queen?
Silver Bay Queen has super strong air purification abilities. The higher the concentration of pollutants in the air, the stronger its purification capabilities. Rooms with poor ventilation are most suitable for it to exert its effects. However, the liquid secreted by the stem when it is broken has a taste comparable to chili, so when placing it at home, be sure to prevent children from breaking its stems or leaves and putting them in their mouths.
The above is the complete content on the cultivation method of Silver Bay Queen flowers and the precautions for planting it, for your comprehensive understanding and reference!