Light, moisture, soil temperature, fertilization, pest control and pruning With people's pursuit of indoor beautification, indoor plants are becoming more and more popular. Peacock plants have become the darling of many families and offices because of their unique leaf shape and elegant temperament. How to properly cultivate peacock plants and let them thrive indoors has become a question for many plant lovers. This article will introduce you in detail the cultivation methods of indoor plant peacocks, including light, moisture, Notes on soil and other aspects. Illuminating peacock plants like bright environments, but avoid direct sunlight. When cultivating peacock plants, they should be placed in a well-lit place indoors, such as a desktop or bookshelf near a window. If there is insufficient indoor light, plant growth lights can be used appropriately. To supplement the light. Water Peacock plants have a high demand for water, but it should not be too much. When watering, the principle of "seeing dry, seeing wet" should be followed, that is, watering should be carried out after the soil surface is dry. When the high temperature in summer, the watering frequency can be increased appropriately; When the temperature is low in winter, the number of watering should be reduced to prevent root rot. Soil peacock plants are suitable for growing in soil with good air permeability. You can choose special indoor plant soil, or mix peat soil, leaf soil, perlite, etc. The pH value of the soil should be slightly acidic, about 5.5-6.5. Temperature peacock plants are highly adaptable to temperature, and their growth temperature ranges from 15-30℃. When the winter temperature is lower than 10℃, the peacock plants should be moved to a warm place indoors for maintenance to prevent frostbite. Fertilization Peacock plants need appropriate amounts of fertilization during the growing season (spring and autumn). You can choose liquid fertilizer or slow-release fertilizer, which can be applied once a month. Pay attention to the concentration when fertilizing to avoid excessive fertilization leading to root burning. Pest and insect pest control Peacock plants may be infested by pests and diseases during the breeding process. Common pests and diseases include leaf spot disease, aphids, etc. When pests and diseases are discovered, timely measures should be taken, such as cutting off diseased leaves and using pesticides. During the growth process of peacock plants, the withered leaves and sick branches should be pruned in time to keep the plants clean and beautiful. The pruned branches can be used to reproduce new peacock plants.
Indoor plant peacock breeding is not complicated. You only need to master the precautions in light, moisture, soil, temperature, fertilization, pest control and pruning to allow peacock plants to thrive indoors. According to the "China Flower Market Report" shows that the indoor plant market has shown a steady growth trend in recent years, among which peacock plants are loved by more and more consumers for their unique charm.
Through the detailed introduction in this article, I believe you have a deeper understanding of the cultivation of indoor plant peacocks. I hope these suggestions can help you successfully cultivate beautiful peacock plants and add a touch of green to your indoor environment.