Australia rice flower care methods and precautions
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When it comes to plants with flowers as bright as stars, many flower friends will naturally think of baby's breath. However, there is a plant that blooms even more than baby's breath, and it is evergreen all year round. Not only are the flowers abundant like stars, but the leaves are also dense and have high ornamental value. More importantly, it is very easy to grow and can be used as cut flowers for appreciation. It is the Australia rice flower.
Australia rice flower introduction
Australia rice flower is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 2 meters tall, with leaves that are small and similar to pine needles, and evergreen throughout the year. Australia rice flower has good natural branching, grows rapidly, and the flowers cluster at the top of the branches. The flowers are commonly white and pink, and look like millet grains. It is native to Australia, hence the name Australia rice flower.
Australia rice flower is a composite plant that prefers a sunny environment, has a certain cold tolerance, and is also heat resistant. It is very suitable for garden planting and potted plants. Currently, it is more common as cut flowers for appreciation. However, compared to Australia cut flowers, potted plants are more cost-effective. After all, caring for composite plants is still very simple.
Australia rice flower care methods and precautions
Australia rice flower prefers a warm and humid environment and is adaptable. It is not picky about soil and can be planted in the ground in southern regions with rough management. For potted Australia rice flower, it is recommended to focus on the following points to keep the Australia rice flower growing vigorously and full of flowers.
1. Loosely ventilated potting soil
Although Australia rice flower is not picky about soil, it is important for potted plants to have loosely ventilated soil. If heavy soil is used, it is prone to compaction and waterlogging issues. Potted Australia rice flower can be planted with general nutrient soil, transplanted with original soil during potting, and a sufficient amount of fermented organic fertilizer is added to the bottom of the pot as a base fertilizer. Note that the roots should not directly contact the base fertilizer.
2. Keep the light sufficient
Australia rice flower prefers a well-lit environment. Keeping the light sufficient will make the Australia rice flower grow stronger and produce more flowers. If the light is severely insufficient, Australia rice flower will appear to be etiolated, with reduced or no flowering. In daily maintenance, it is recommended to place Australia rice flower in a well-lit position.
3. Water when dry and fertilize regularly
Australia rice flower prefers a moist soil environment. Watering should be done when the soil surface is dry, and water should be poured thoroughly when it is seen to be dry. Of course, preference for moisture does not mean waterlogging. Prolonged waterlogging can cause root rot, so attention should be paid to reducing watering frequency during rainy days and winter.
Australia rice flower grows quickly, and attention should be paid to frequent fertilization to keep the Australia rice flower growing rapidly. Spring and autumn are the rapid growth periods of Australia rice flower. It is recommended that you can apply a general water-soluble fertilizer every 7 days.
The natural flowering period of Australia rice flower is from February to May in spring. Therefore, in January, when Australia rice flower begins to bud, phosphorus and potassium fertilizers can be increased to promote flower growth. Sufficient phosphorus and potassium fertilizers can make the inflorescence of Australia rice flower larger and more ornamental.
4. Appropriate pruning and potting
Australia rice flower can be used for potted appreciation or as cut flowers in a vase. Australia rice flower grows quickly, and potted Australia rice flower can be pruned after flowering to control its growth. Australia rice flower has a strong germination ability and will sprout many new branches after pruning.
As Australia rice flower grows, when the roots fill the pot, it is important to change to a larger pot in time to provide more growth space for the roots. If the pot is too small, it is prone to drought and water shortage, causing the Australia rice flower to easily show yellow leaves.
5. Overwintering and summer management
Australia rice flower is native to Australia and has certain cold and heat tolerance. In the Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai regions, it can usually overwinter outdoors most of the time. However, it is still recommended to bring it indoors for insulation when encountering strong cold air. Short-term -5 degree low temperature is acceptable, but like the previous few days of this year, with continuous ten days of minus seven or eight degrees, overwintering outdoors is still somewhat stressful for Australia rice flower.
Australia rice flower is not afraid of heat and sun. In the hot summer, it is recommended to provide appropriate shading for potted Australia rice flower and pay attention to watering to keep the soil moist and not dry. For ground-planted Australia rice flower, appropriate watering is sufficient.
The above introduction to Australia rice flower and the related explanation of Australia rice flower care methods and precautions are hoped to bring a little help to your life!