The Correct Way to Water Camellias
An introduction to the correct way of watering camellias and some tips on home potting of camellias will be presented by the editor following this article.
Camellias are familiar to most people, with large and colorful flowers and a relatively long blooming period. There are many varieties, and they are quite popular among plant lovers. However, when cultivating them at home, it's often unclear what kind of water to use for watering or how to apply nutrient solutions. Today, the editor will discuss this.
The best types of water for camellias include the following. The first is the commonly known rainwater. As long as you're not in an area with highly salty or alkaline conditions, you can collect rainwater in a large container during rainy periods. This collected rainwater, when stored in a container and used to water the plants, is extremely beneficial. After watering with rainwater for the first and second time, use plain water for the third watering. This cycle of watering without fertilizing allows the plants to grow well because rainwater is slightly acidic and contains many nutrients beneficial for plants.
The second type of water is acidity-adjusted water. Many regions, including our northern areas, have alkaline water and soil. Using tap water or well water directly to water camellias can result in highly alkaline conditions that are not conducive to their growth. When watering, simply add a little vinegar to the water, just a drop is enough, to make the water acidic. Watering the plants with this slightly acidic water can adjust the soil and prevent yellowing of the leaves. Of course, you can also use a solution of ferrous sulfate diluted at a ratio of 1:1000 once a month or two to ensure the soil remains non-alkaline and the camellias grow better.
The third type is regular application of acidic nutrient solutions. There are many acidic nutrient solutions that can be made at home, such as rice washing water or the peels of oranges and lemons that can be used to make compost. Fermented rice washing water becomes a multi-element fertilizer with balanced nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium and is acidic. Similarly, other fermented materials like soybean cake, peanut cake, and fish waste can be used to make fertilizers. After fermentation, the liquid can be mixed with orange or lemon peels to create an acidic nutrient solution. Watering camellias with this acidic nutrient solution, which is purely organic, ensures healthy growth, abundant flowering, and more vibrant and larger flowers.
When watering camellias, you can choose these types of water for irrigation. If you follow the methods mentioned by the editor, they will grow rapidly. Camellias are not difficult to care for. They require scattered light for about 2-3 hours daily, thorough watering when the soil surface is dry, and well-draining soil. The growing environment should be well-ventilated, and the leaves should be sprayed regularly to increase air humidity, ensuring the camellias grow well and bloom abundantly when they should.
The above introduction to the correct way of watering camellias and related tips for home potting of camellias are provided for plant enthusiasts as a reference, hoping to solve your problems in green plant management.