How to cultivate the beauty of Ji Xing
Introduction: This article covers the topic of how to cultivate the beauty of Ji Xing and the methods and precautions for growing this plant. The following is a detailed introduction for you.
Ji Xing beauty with旋叶 (spiral leaves) is a succulent plant belonging to the Sedum genus of the Crassulaceae family. How to grow this type of succulent plant well? What are the things to pay attention to during this process? Let's learn about the cultivation methods and precautions for Ji Xing beauty together!
Methods for cultivating Ji Xing beauty
1. Temperature and lighting
Ji Xing beauty with旋叶 prefers a dry, sunlit growing environment, is relatively cold-resistant, and afraid of excessive moisture. The suitable growth temperature is between 13-23 degrees Celsius, and the temperature in winter should not be lower than 5 degrees. In summer, when temperatures are high, it is necessary to provide some shade, but the shaded period should not be too long, otherwise, the stems and leaves will become soft and prone to collapse. In autumn, it can be placed in a sunny location for cultivation. During the growing season, the plant can be exposed to full sunlight. With strong sunlight, the plant will become shorter and sprawl on the ground, displaying a very charming blue color, making it very adorable. If there is insufficient sunlight and shading is prolonged, the plant may grow tall, leaves will not be compact, showing obvious etiolation and prone to collapse, becoming unattractive.
2. Water and fertilizer management
Ji Xing beauty with旋叶 is drought-tolerant and can thrive in poor soil, so fertilization is not necessary. The watering principle is to water when the soil is completely dry and not to water when it is not dry. In summer, watering can be continuous, but the frequency and interval should be extended, and it can be watered once a month. Avoid watering by immersion, and water in the evening or at night during the rainy season to prevent waterlogging in the pot.
3. Propagation methods
Ji Xing beauty with旋叶 is usually propagated by cutting, which can be done by stem or leaf cuttings. Place the leaves and stems flat on the surface of well-ventilated, slightly moist soil and care for them in a shaded, well-ventilated area. Roots will grow quickly, and after rooting, gradually expose them to direct sunlight.
How to cultivate Ji Xing beauty
4. Soil cultivation
The soil requirements for Ji Xing beauty with旋叶 are not strict and a mixture of coal slag and peat soil can be used. The soil mixture should be loose and well-draining.
Precautions for cultivating Ji Xing beauty in summer
1. Ventilation
This is considered the most important factor for Sedum to survive the summer. I would even say that if your environment is well-ventilated, you can completely stop watering throughout the summer! Because even if you accidentally overwater, the circulating air will quickly take away the excess moisture. Most flower friends grow Sedum on outdoor balconies, which usually meet the basic requirements for Sedum to survive the summer, so there's no need to worry too much. However, for those who grow Sedum indoors, good ventilation is a luxury. In such an environment, please try to lower the indoor temperature and be moderate with watering, keeping the soil and environment relatively dry.
2. Red陶 pot
I consider red陶 pots as a summer神器 (summer essential), and I doubt any Sedum grower with over a year of experience would disagree. The reason is that red陶 pots are extremely breathable. After watering, moisture can even slowly seep out from the pot walls, eliminating the risk of root rot. Ceramic and plastic pots have poor breathability, so beginners should avoid using them in summer. All my expensive Sedum plants are grown in red陶 pots, with no watering restrictions and no shading, and none have died after several summers.
3. Watering
If the environment is well-ventilated, the planting material is breathable, and the pot is breathable, you can completely avoid stopping watering throughout the summer, watering thoroughly when dry. However, it is crucial to master the timing of watering. Do not water during the midday sun, as the high temperature combined with high soil moisture can be detrimental to Sedum. It is best to water in the cool evening when there is a breeze. After watering, the moisture will evaporate overnight, and you will find that by the next morning, the soil moisture has mostly evaporated.
4. Soil mixture
There is no fixed formula, and the general requirement is breathability. With red陶 pots, you can add more peat, and with ceramic pots, more particles. My soil mixture formula is as follows for reference: Peat: Perlite: Particles (such as red jade, deer's algae, or day-facing) = 2:1:1, while also adding a small amount of wood ash and bone meal as a base fertilizer.
5. Shading
If your plant has fully adapted and the environment is well-ventilated, you can completely avoid shading, at least that's what I do. With sufficient sunlight in summer and slightly less water, the colors of Sedum are very vibrant, proving that Sedum can be colorful not only in autumn and winter. However, avoiding shading is only suitable for established Sedum plants. For Sedum that has not yet adapted, it is still necessary to shade appropriately for safety.