How to raise a blue halo
With its unique rabbit ear shape and strong vitality, Bihalo has become one of the most popular cuddly plants for meaty lovers. Although this wild apricot plant native to South Africa is easy to maintain, the following five core skills still need to be mastered to cultivate full and bright "rabbit ears." Light regulation: Blue light ring photosynthesis management light plan for spring, autumn and winter. At a suitable temperature of 10-25℃, it is recommended to provide scattered light for 5-6 hours every day. During the strong noon period, a sunshade net with a shading rate of 30% can be used to protect it. The flowerpot can be rotated to achieve uniform light reception to avoid excessive growth on one side. Summer sunshade tips When the temperature exceeds 28 ° C, the plants should be moved to the east-facing window sill and only exposed to weak light for 2-3 hours in the morning. When used with a gauze curtain with a 50% light-blocking rate, it can effectively prevent sunburn on the epidermis. Water management: Bihuan watering cycle controls the watering frequency during the growth period. Water is replenished by dipping basin method in spring and autumn. When the water level reaches 1/3 of the basin height, it is taken out immediately, and it is operated every 10-12 days. The next replenishment is made 3 days after the topsoil is dried to keep the substrate micro-tide free of water. Key points for water control during the dormant period: During the high temperature period in summer (>30℃) and the low temperature period in winter (<10℃), water must be completely cut off. Leaf water can be replenished twice a month through a sprayer, and the diameter of atomized water droplets should be controlled below 0.3 mm. Nutrient supply: Biguang Ring Fertilization Strategy Organic fertilizer application plan Apply vermin manure liquid fertilizer diluted 2000 times once a month in spring and autumn, combined with 0.1% potassium dihydrogen phosphate foliar fertilizer. Pay attention to watering along the edge of the pot to avoid touching the base of the stem. The timing of fertilizer control is controlled. When the temperature exceeds 28℃ or falls below 12℃ for three consecutive days, immediately stop all fertilizer supplies. When the length of new leaves is less than 0.5 cm, fertilization should also be suspended for 1 month. Temperature control: Bihuan's environmental regulation and overwintering protection measures are best maintained at 8-15℃ in winter. It can be covered with double PE insulation film at night and opened for ventilation for 2 hours at noon. In the northern region, it is recommended to use a constant temperature heating pad and set a bottom line temperature of 12℃. Summer cooling techniques use a combination of ceramsite cushion + red pottery basin in summer, and use a small fan to create air flow. Ice packs can be placed around the flowerpot (at intervals of 10cm) and replaced twice a day to maintain local cooling.
After mastering these four major maintenance dimensions, it is recommended to take growth record photos every month to compare leaf fullness and growth speed. When the length of the "rabbit ear" exceeds 3 cm, individual breeding can be considered. Through continuous observation and fine-tuning of maintenance plans, your blue halo will surely show the most charming attitude.