Do I need to water the newly purchased longevity flowers?
How to water the newly purchased longevity flowers scientifically? This is a common confusion faced by many flower friends. As a representative variety of succulent plants in the Crassulaceae family, longevity flowers require careful care and are afraid of over-maintenance. This article will analyze the scientific management methods of newly purchased longevity flowers from watering judgment to systematic maintenance. 1. Judgment criteria for watering newly purchased longevity flowers 1.1 Observe the soil moisture status and first observe the state of the original pot soil after unpacking: insert a bamboo stick into the pot soil for 2-3 centimeters. If there is moist soil after pulling out, there is no need to water; If it is completely dry and the pot soil is white, it means that there is an urgent need to replenish water. Pay special attention to the condition of the drainage holes on the bottom of the basin. Wet water stains indicate that water has just been poured. 1.2 The recommended watering method is to use the dipping pot method: Place the flowerpot in a shallow water dish and soak it for 15 minutes, and remove it immediately after the surface soil is moist. This method can prevent water flow from impacting and damaging capillary roots and ensure uniform penetration of water. 2. Four-step rule for scientific maintenance 2.1 The first two weeks of the light control strategy should be placed in a bright scattered light environment, and should receive no more than 3 hours of light per day. A sunshade net with a shading rate of 40% can be used for transition, and gradually increase to 6 hours of light after 15 days to avoid sunburn spots on the leaves. 2.2 Newly purchased plants need to be maintained in the original pot for at least 45 days during the taboo period for pot change, and then the pot is changed after the new buds germinate 2-3 pairs of leaves. When changing pots, 1/3 of the original soil should be retained, and perlite and leaf soil (ratio 2:1:1) should be mixed as a new substrate. 2.3 Environmental adaptation management maintains the temperature difference between day and night between 8 and 10℃, and the temperature at night is not lower than 15℃. Use a thermohygrometer to monitor, and the air humidity should be maintained at 50-60%, which can be adjusted by laying wet pebbles on trays. 2.4 Fertilization is prohibited 30 days before the opportunity for nutrient replenishment. After the plants draw out new leaves, potassium dihydrogen phosphate solution diluted 2000 times can be watered every half month to promote root development and flower bud differentiation.
Through systematic maintenance and management, the survival rate of newly purchased longevity flowers can reach more than 95%. Keeping in mind the three principles of "observation-adaptation-regulation" and combined with scientific watering methods, the longevity flowers can smoothly pass the serving period and lay a solid foundation for subsequent blooms. It is recommended to regularly check the condition of the blades and adjust the maintenance plan in a timely manner.