The Cultivation Method and Precautions for Little Blue Clothes
Recently, I have received many messages from flower friends asking: Why does the carefully cared for Little Blue Clothes always have the problem of wilted leaves and root rot? As the颜值担当 in the succulent family of Sedum, Little Blue Clothes has captured the hearts of many plant lovers with its unique blue-gray leaf edge. But to grow a full and compact plant shape, you need to master these easily overlooked maintenance details.
Ⅰ. Essential Care Points for Beginners
1. Soil Configuration Determines Survival Rate
It is recommended to use the "sandwich" soil preparation method: lay 3cm of coal slag at the bottom to enhance drainage, use peat +珍珠岩 (4:6) in the middle layer to provide nutrients, and cover the surface with 1cm of river sand to prevent water accumulation. Adding 5% bone meal during potting in spring every year can effectively prevent the leaves from becoming shriveled.
2. Watering Has Hidden Tricks
Use the "chopstick test": insert a bamboo chopstick into 2/3 of the potting soil, and water thoroughly when no moisture is felt when pulled out. Special attention should be paid to the "edge watering method" during the summer dormancy period, pouring 20ml of clear water along the pot wall to avoid leaf rot.
Ⅱ. Advanced Maintenance Techniques
3. Light and Temperature Difference Control
Ensure 6 hours of direct sunlight every day in spring and autumn, and a day-night temperature difference of 10°C can make the leaf edges appear pink. Use a shading net to filter 50% of the sunlight in summer, and use a supplementary light for 4 hours every day in winter to prevent etiolation.
4. Best Time for Division Propagation
The Cultivation Method and Precautions for Little Blue Clothes
March to April is the best time for division. Choose side buds with independent aerial roots, let the roots dry for 24 hours, and then use vermiculite to induce root growth. Keep the substrate slightly moist in the first two weeks, and combine with LED plant lights for 12 hours of照射 every day, the survival rate can reach 90%.
Ⅲ. First Aid Solutions for Common Problems
5. Emergency Treatment for Rotting Roots
If the base turns black, immediately remove the pot, cut off the rotten part, and soak in a fungicide solution for 1 hour. After drying for 3 days, plant in pure granular soil again, and use the spray watering method for the first half month, spraying 5 times each time.
Through the systematic maintenance of these three stages, even beginners can keep Little Blue Clothes in a compact shape. Remember to maintain an environment above 5°C in winter, and cover the pot surface with volcanic rocks before the rainy season to prevent splash water. As long as you master the watering rhythm and light intensity, this unique blue-gray color will surely become the brightest landscape on your windowsill.