Choose the right variety of rosemary soil selection and preparation Light and temperature watering and fertilization pruning and reproduction pest control As the quality of life improves, more and more people are paying attention to home gardening. As a beautiful and practical edible potted plants, rosemary is increasingly popular among urban green plant enthusiasts. How to maintain a healthy edible potted plant of rosemary at home? The following is a detailed maintenance guide to help you easily plant your own green secrets. Choosing the right rosemary variety When purchasing rosemary edible potted plants, the first thing to consider is the variety. Currently, the common rosemary varieties on the market include upright type, crawling type and dwarf type. The upright rosemary is suitable for use as Ornamental plants, while the crawling type and dwarf type are more suitable for eating. Choosing the right variety according to your needs is the first step to maintaining rosemary. Soil selection and preparation Rosemary does not have strict requirements on soil, but sandy soil with good drainage and strong air permeability is better. You can choose the special soil for rosemary sold on the market or prepare it yourself. The preparation method is as follows: 1. Sand: 50% 2, leus: 30% 3, perlite: 20% Mix the above three soils well to use it as the soil for growing rosemary. Light and temperature Rosemary likes light and is suitable for growing in an environment with sufficient light. When maintaining indoors, it should be placed close to the window to ensure that it receives at least 4 hours of direct sunlight every day. Rosemary has high adaptability to temperature. Strong growth temperature range between 15℃ and 25℃. Watering and fertilization Rosemary does not have a high demand for water. Watering should follow the principle of "seeing dry, seeing wet". During the growing season, watering 1-2 times a week, and in winter, watering frequency needs to be reduced to avoid root rot.
In terms of fertilization, rosemary does not have a high demand for fertilizer. During the growing season, compound fertilizer can be applied once a month. When fertilizing, be careful not to let the fertilizer come into contact with the leaves to avoid burning the leaves. During the growth process of rosemary, pruning should be carried out in time to maintain its beautiful plant type. During pruning, healthy branches can be selected for cuttage propagation. The specific operations are as follows: 1. Select healthy branches with a length of about 10-15 cm.
2. Cut the lower ends of the branches into oblique openings to increase the water absorption area.
3. Insert the branches into moist sand to a depth of about 3-5 cm.
4. Keep the soil moist and take root after about 2-3 weeks. Pest and insect pest control During the growth process, rosemary may be affected by pests and diseases such as aphids and red spiders. The control methods are as follows: 1. Regularly inspect the plants and remove pests and diseases in time.
2. Use biopesticides or low-toxic pesticides for prevention and control.
Rosemary edible potted plant is a beautiful and practical family green plant. Through the above maintenance guidelines, I believe you have mastered the skills of rosemary planting. Maintaining a pot of rosemary at home will not only beautify the environment, but also add a delicious dish to your table, let us enjoy the fun of this green secret!