In the city, many people cannot enjoy the beauty of nature. However, by growing indoor plants, we can experience the beauty of nature in our own homes. Malus, this beautiful and culturally rich flower, is very suitable for home care. This article will introduce in detail the methods suitable for indoor care of Malus.
What is Malus?
Malus is a genus under the Rosaceae family (scientific name: Malus), mainly distributed in Europe, Asia and other regions. In addition, it is also distributed domestically and is widely used in landscaping.
What are the varieties of Malus?
There are many varieties of Malus, including red-flowered Malus, white-flowered Malus, and mixed-color Malus. These varieties not only have flowers of different colors and shapes, but also different tree shapes and branch forms.
Why is Malus suitable for indoor care?
Malus likes warm and humid environments and can grow indoors; Malus grows slowly and does not require much light and fertilizer; Malus can be used as an indoor decorative plant to beautify the indoor environment.
Choosing the right potting soil
Malus likes moist soil, but overly damp soil can cause root rot. It is very important to choose well-draining soil. You can mix peat moss, leaf mold, and sand to meet the growth needs of Malus.
How to water
Malus needs to maintain a certain humidity to grow, but overwatering can also lead to root diseases. Each watering should ensure that the soil surface is slightly dry before watering again, and avoid water accumulation.
How to fertilize
The growth rate of Malus is slow, so it does not need much fertilizer. A complete fertilizer can be applied once a month during the growing season to provide the necessary nutrients.
How to prune
After winter, Malus needs to have withered yellow leaves and dry branches pruned to promote new growth. During the growing season, you can appropriately prune overly long or dense branches to maintain a good shape.
How to control pests and diseases
Common pests and diseases include aphids, powdery mildew, and black spot disease. You can use organic pesticides or homemade methods such as white vinegar and soapy water to prevent and control pests and diseases, and regularly inspect and treat the Malus.
Where to place Malus
Malus needs light and air circulation, so it can be placed by the window or on a balcony. At the same time, avoid placing Malus in poorly ventilated places to avoid the effects of excessive moisture and heat accumulation.
How to propagate Malus
Malus can be propagated by cuttings, division, and grafting. Among them, cuttings and division are relatively common and simple methods.
How to keep Malus growing healthily
In addition to care methods, we also need to pay attention to the health of Malus. Timely treatment of yellowing leaves or other abnormalities ensures the healthy growth of Malus.
How to appreciate the beauty of Malus
The flowering period of Malus is short, but the flowers are very beautiful and are widely acclaimed as a flower. During the flowering period, you can appreciate the beauty brought by Malus at home.
The cultural connotation of Malus
Malus is not just a flower, but also has a deep cultural connotation. In Chinese culture, Malus symbolizes noble, elegant, pure, and noble qualities. Malus is not only a beautiful plant but also has a unique cultural meaning.
The connection between Malus and our lives
In the city, people are often isolated from nature. By growing indoor plants, especially Malus, which has a deep cultural heritage, we can alleviate our sense of isolation from nature and strengthen our connection with nature.
Malus is a plant that is very suitable for indoor care. By choosing the right soil, watering, fertilizing, pruning, and controlling pests and diseases, Malus can grow healthily. At the same time, the beautiful flowers and cultural connotation of Malus also bring a lot of meaning to our lives.