The growth habits of fleshy blue beans The growth environment of fleshy blue beans The reproduction method of fleshy blue beans The control of diseases and insect pests of fleshy blue beans The fleshy plants are deeply loved by flower lovers because of their unique shape and easy-to-maintain characteristics. Blue beans, as one of the fleshy plants, have attracted much attention because of their bright blue leaves. How does fleshy blue beans grow? How to maintain it? This article will provide you with a detailed analysis. The growth habits of fleshy blue beans The fleshy blue beans, the scientific name is "Echeveria 'Blue Princes'", belong to the genus Echinacea of the family Crassulaceae. They are native to Mexico and prefer warm, dry and sunny environments. The growth cycle of blue beans is relatively long, and it generally takes 2-3 years to enter the full flowering stage. Growing environment of fleshy blue beans 1. Lighting: Blue beans like enough sunshine, but avoid exposure to the sun. When maintaining them indoors, they should be placed in a sunny place, such as window sills, balconies, etc.
2. Temperature: The suitable temperature range for blue beans is 15-25℃. When the winter temperature is lower than 5℃, it needs to be moved indoors to keep warm.
3. Soil: Blue beans have no strict requirements on soil, but sandy soil with good ventilation and drainage is suitable. Peat soil, perlite, etc. can be mixed.
4. Moisture: Blue beans are drought-tolerant, and watering must follow the principle of "seeing dry, seeing wet". In the high temperature season in summer, the watering frequency needs to be increased appropriately; in the low temperature season in winter, watering should be reduced. Breeding method of fleshy blue beans 1. Subplant breeding: Divide the lush blue bean mother plant into a number of small plants and plant them separately.
2. Sowing and reproduction: In spring or autumn, sow mature seeds on the soil surface, keep the soil moist, and transplant them after germination. Prevention and control of pests and diseases on fleshy blue beans 1. Common pests and diseases on blue beans include leaf spot, anthrax, etc. When pests and diseases are discovered, the diseased leaves must be removed in time and pesticides must be used for control.
2. Blue beans are vulnerable to pests such as aphids and red spiders. When pests are found, they can be sprayed with soapy water or pesticides.
Succulent blue beans are a beautiful succulent plant. Its maintenance is not complicated. As long as we understand its growth habits, master the appropriate growth environment, and reasonably water and fertilize, the blue beans can grow vigorously. I hope this article can help you with blue beans maintenance.
References: [1]"Handbook for the Conservation of Succulent Plants", author: Wang Li, Press: China Agricultural Press, 2016.
[2]"Prevention and Control Technology of Succulent Plant Diseases", author: Li Ming, Press: China Agricultural Press, 2017.