How to care for the plant Pogostemon during winter
This article provides a detailed explanation of how to care for Pogostemon during winter and the propagation methods with pictures for this green plant, please refer to the detailed introduction below.
Pogostemon belongs to the family Lamiaceae and the genus Pogostemon, native to the Cape of Good Hope in Africa, as well as Europe and西南Asia regions. It is a creeping plant with brown stems and green tender branches. The leaves are ovate or obovate, smooth, thick and leathery, with some sparse teeth on the edges. The flowers have an umbel-like shape with deep red, pink, white, blue, and other colors. It is a perennial herbaceous plant with many branches, covered with fine white villi. The succulent leaves are green, ovate, and have blunt sawtooth edges. After touching with fingers, it emits a refreshing fragrance, hence the name "Pogostemon."
The main method of propagation for Pogostemon is cutting propagation, which usually takes about 20 days to root. Once rooted, it can be transplanted into a small pot.
It is easy to cultivate. It is relatively drought-resistant and dislikes long-term waterlogging. It prefers a semi-shaded environment. Moderate pruning can promote branching and healthy growth. For winter cutting, a temperature above 0℃ is required. It is not tolerant to humidity, and excessive moisture can easily cause root rot and death.
Pogostemon cutting propagation
1. Cut a branch and put it in water. After a few days, white roots will grow, and it can then be planted in the soil.
2. Pogostemon is a small succulent that prefers dry conditions.
3. First, cut a diagonal at the bottom of the cutting branch with a sharp knife, then place it in a well-ventilated and shaded area for a week. You will see that the wound at the bottom of the branch has contracted. This way, it will not rot when planted.
4. Then plant it in sand or soil with a high content of perlite and disinfect it.
5. Water thoroughly once and then place it in a ventilated area with light but not direct sunlight.
Note: Do not water it from now on. Only spray some water around the pot in the morning and evening when the soil is dry, to increase the humidity of the air. If you persist for half a month to a month, the roots should grow out.
The above information introduces how to care for Pogostemon during winter and the detailed steps for cutting propagation with pictures, providing a comprehensive understanding and reference for you!