Vanilla farming methods and precautions
The unique aromatic characteristics of vanilla have led more and more people to try home planting, but problems such as wilting leaves and fading aroma often plague novice growers. Mastering the correct maintenance methods not only extend the life cycle of vanilla, but also allow the plants to continue to emit fresh aroma. Key points for controlling the growth environment of vanilla: It is recommended to use a mixed substrate of peat soil: perlite: vermiculite =2:1:1, and a 3cm ceramsite drainage layer is laid on the bottom. When changing pots every spring, 1/3 of the core soil is reserved, and the new soil needs to be disinfected at high temperature. Light and temperature regulation Ensure light scattering for 4-6 hours a day in spring and autumn, and require sunshade net protection at 10-15 o'clock in summer. Maintaining above 15℃ in winter can grow normally, and entering dormant period below 5℃. Key steps for daily maintenance Scientific watering methods adopt the principle of "seeing dry, seeing wet", watering twice a week in spring and autumn, and once in the morning and evening in summer. The humidity is detected by inserting a bamboo stick: water needs to be replenished when the debris unearthed from the bamboo stick belt. The nutrient supply plan applies fish protein fertilizer diluted by 1000 times every 15 days during the growing period, and increases phosphorus and potassium fertilizers during the bud appearing period. Be careful to avoid burns caused by residual fertilizer on the leaves. Breeding and modeling skills. Cultivation methods and precautions for vanilla seeds treatment and sowing Before sowing, soak in warm water at 40 ° C for 6 hours, and the thickness of the soil cover is twice the seed diameter. Keep the substrate moist and cover it with plastic wrap to create a greenhouse effect. Plant pruning essentials prune excessively dense branches every month to improve ventilation, and retain 1/3 of the leaf area after harvesting the leaves. Lignified branches need to be cut back to 1 cm above the healthy bud point. Solutions to common problems and insect pests control During aphid outbreaks, you can spray pepper water (50g pepper +500 ml boiled water) twice a week. When red spider harms, increase the environmental humidity to more than 60%. When handling abnormal conditions, leaf curling is mostly due to dry air, so a humidifying tray can be set up; the pot needs to be replaced immediately when the roots are rotten, and then soaked in carbendazim and replanted.
Through systematic management, vanilla can not only become a high-quality natural air freshener, but also continue to provide cooking spices. It is recommended to establish a maintenance log to record growth changes, and adjust management plans in a timely manner based on plant performance, so that aromatic plants can truly be integrated into daily life.