The Cultivation Method of Kosen no Oto
Kosen no Oto, as a star variety in the succulent world, is loved by plant enthusiasts for its wavy leaf edges and gradient red borders. This plant, native to Mexico and belonging to the Sedum family, has become a new favorite for those with balconies due to its unique shape. However, to grow a full and compact leaf rosette, it is necessary to master the following key techniques.
One, Core Elements of Kosen no Oto Care
Temperature Control Techniques
18-25°C is the golden growth range, and shade and ventilation are needed when the temperature exceeds 30°C in summer, while it should be moved indoors when the temperature drops below 10°C in winter. A temperature difference of 8-10°C between spring and autumn is beneficial for leaf coloring, and a thermometer is recommended for real-time monitoring.
Light Management Plan
4-6 hours of scattered light per day is best, and sun protection is needed between 10:00-15:00 in summer. Insufficient light can cause leaves to turn green and stems to elongate, so it is recommended to pair with grow lights for all-day light control.
Scientific Watering System
Adopt the "thoroughly wet" method, 5-7 times per week in spring and autumn, and extend to 10 days in summer. It is recommended to use a尖嘴壶 to slowly pour water along the pot wall to avoid waterlogging in the leaf heart, which can cause rot.
Two, Advanced Cultivation Techniques
Leaf Propagation Secrets
The Cultivation Method of Kosen no Oto
Select healthy leaves from the center, twist them off at a 45-degree angle, and after 3 days of drying, place them flat on the surface of珍珠岩 while maintaining 20°C+70% humidity. Red root points can be seen sprouting in 2 weeks.
Plant Potting Guide
When repotting in spring every year, use a matrix of peat:granular soil=3:7. Place a 3cm thick layer of ceramic stones at the bottom of the pot, combined with bone meal as a base fertilizer, to effectively prevent waterlogging and root rot.
Three, Pest and Disease Control System
For early leaf spot disease, garlic extract can be used to wipe, and in severe cases, alternate spraying with mancozeb and tebuconazole. During the outbreak of aphids, use an alcohol cotton swab for physical removal and combine with imidacloprid for root drenching prevention.
Four, Home Care Advantages
Kosen no Oto releases negative oxygen ions at night, making it especially suitable for placement in a study. Its shade tolerance allows for care at a position 1.5 meters away from a window, and paired with a cement pot, it can create an 'Instagram style' plant corner.
Master the three dimensions of care plus the two propagation techniques, combined with a pest and disease prevention system, even beginners can grow a perfect rosette with a diameter of 30cm. It is recommended to establish a care log to record temperature and humidity changes and plant conditions, gradually forming a personalized care plans.