With the arrival of winter, many families place some green plants indoors to add vitality and vitality. Fu Gui Zhu, as a common indoor ornamental leaf plant, is deeply loved by people because of its evergreen and auspicious meaning. The lower winter temperatures may cause improper maintenance, leading to poor growth or even death of Fu Gui Zhu. This article will introduce you to the winter maintenance methods of Fu Gui Zhu in detail, helping your green plants survive the winter safely.
Maintain suitable temperature. The winter temperature is relatively low, and Fu Gui Zhu has strong adaptability to temperature, but it still needs to maintain a warm environment. The most suitable growth temperature is between 15℃ to 25℃. If the indoor temperature is too low, the following measures can be taken:
1. Place Fu Gui Zhu in a sunny area indoors and avoid direct cold wind.
2. Use heating or air conditioning to adjust the indoor temperature to keep it warm.
Appropriately reduce watering. The low winter temperature weakens the transpiration of Fu Gui Zhu, and its demand for water is relatively reduced. Watering should be appropriately reduced to avoid overly wet potting soil. The specific methods are as follows:
1. Observe the surface of the potting soil and water only when the soil is dry.
2. When watering, water the roots thoroughly to avoid积水.
Adjust lighting. The winter sun is weak, and Fu Gui Zhu's demand for sunlight is relatively reduced, but it still needs some sunlight to maintain its growth. Here are some suggestions:
1. Place Fu Gui Zhu in a well-lit area indoors, such as near a windowsill.
2. Avoid placing Fu Gui Zhu in a dark place for a long time to prevent the leaves from turning yellow.
Properly fertilize. The growth rate of Fu Gui Zhu in winter is relatively slow, but it still needs some fertilizer supplement. Here are some suggestions:
1. Choose suitable growth fertilizers for indoor plants, such as liquid fertilizers.
2. Fertilize once a month and reduce the amount of fertilizer by half.
Pay attention to pest and disease control. The low winter temperature results in relatively few pests and diseases in Fu Gui Zhu, but the following points should still be noted:
1. Regularly check the leaves and roots of Fu Gui Zhu and deal with pests and diseases in a timely manner.
2. You can use insecticides or pesticides for prevention and control, but be sure to use them safely.
Fu Gui Zhu is an excellent choice for indoor decoration in winter. As long as you master the correct maintenance methods, your green plants can survive the winter safely. By following the above five key steps, your Fu Gui Zhu will grow robustly and bring more vitality and vitality to your family.
References:
《Indoor Plant Maintenance Manual》, China Forestry Publishing House, 2018.
《Household Gardening Plant Maintenance Guide》, China Agricultural Publishing House, 2019.