Understand the growth habits of kumquats, choose the watering time, control the watering amount, control the watering methods, and precautions for watering kumquats. As a common potted plant, kumquats are deeply loved by people for their unique fruit aroma and beautiful leaf shapes. The maintenance of kumquats is not simple, especially in watering. Any carelessness may affect their growth. This article will introduce you in detail the watering methods of potted kumquats to help you grow healthy and beautiful kumquats. Understanding the growth habits of kumquats Before discussing watering methods, let's first understand the growth habits of kumquats. Kumquats are native to southern my country. They prefer warm and humid climate and are not cold resistant. When watering, we need to adjust watering strategies based on kumquats. Growth characteristics. Choice of watering time 1. Watering in the morning: Kumquats like to water in the morning because there is sufficient sunshine at this time, which is conducive to water evaporation and root absorption. Morning watering can also provide the kumquats with the water they need for the day.
2. Avoid watering in the evening: Watering in the evening may easily cause kumquat leaves to become moist for a long time and may easily cause diseases. Controlling the amount of watering 1. Observe the soil moisture: Before watering, gently touch the soil surface with your fingers. If it feels dry, you can water it. If the soil is still moist, no water is needed.
2. Control the frequency of watering: Kumquat likes moist soil, but too wet will cause roots to rot. Generally speaking, water 2-3 times a week, adjusted according to the season and climate. Watering method 1. Watering should be evenly: When watering, ensure that water penetrates evenly into the soil to avoid stagnant water or dryness.
2. Use soft water: The mineral content in hard water is high, which may easily lead to soil hardening and affect the growth of kumquat. It is recommended to use soft water for watering.
Avoid spraying leaves: When watering, try to avoid spraying water on the leaves to avoid causing disease. 1, pay attention to watering timing: kumquat in the growth period and flowering period need more water, and in the dormant period need to reduce watering.
2, avoid excessive watering: excessive watering will lead to root rot, affecting the growth of kumquat, to master the amount of watering.
3, pay attention to watering environment: in high temperature, dry environment, kumquat needs more water, and in a cool, humid environment, you need to reduce watering.
The watering method of potted kumquats may seem simple, but in fact we need to adjust it according to the growth habits and environmental conditions of kumquats. Only by mastering the correct watering method can the kumquats grow healthily and produce delicious fruits. I hope this article can provide you with help and wish you a beautiful kumquats!