With the acceleration of the pace of life, more and more people are beginning to pay attention to the comfort and beauty of the home environment. Among various decorations, small potted plants have become a popular choice for home decoration due to their unique vitality, beautiful shapes, and easy maintenance. Let's explore how to make small potted plants to add a touch of green to our homes.
Choose the right plantsChoosing plants suitable for indoor growth is the key. Here are some recommendations for plants suitable for making small potted plants:
1. Succulents: Such as succulents, cacti, etc., drought-resistant, shade-tolerant, and easy to maintain.
2. Bulbous plants: Such as hyacinths, tulips, etc., with rich flower colors and long blooming periods.
3. Foliar plants: Such as hanging orchids, green vines, etc., with green leaves and significant air purification effects.
Prepare making toolsThe tools needed to make small potted plants include:
1. Potting pot: Choose a potting pot suitable for plant growth, with the size depending on the plant's roots and placement.
2. Nutrient soil: Choose nutrient soil suitable for plant growth, such as peat soil, perlite, etc.
3. Planting tools: Such as garden spades, garden shears, etc.
4. Watering tools like kettles, spray bottles, etc.
Making steps1. Prepare the soil: Fill the potting pot with nutrient soil evenly, with a thickness of about 2/3 of the pot's height.
2. Plant the plants: Remove the plants from the flower pot, gently shake off the excess soil from the roots, and then place the plants in the potting pot, ensuring the roots are spread out.
3. Fill the soil: Fill the soil to the rim of the pot, lightly compact it, and make the soil closely adhere to the plant roots.
4. Watering: After the plants are planted, gently spray water with a spray bottle to moisten the soil.
5. Pruning: Trim the plants according to their growth conditions to maintain their beauty.
Key points of maintenance1. Light: Choose the appropriate lighting conditions according to the plant's growth habits, avoiding direct sunlight.
2. Watering: Keep the soil moist but avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot.
3. Fertilizing: Apply fertilizer appropriately according to the plant's growth needs to promote plant growth.
4. Cleaning: Regularly clean the plant leaves to keep them fresh.
Homemade small potted plants not only beautify the home environment but also bring joy to our lives. By following the above steps, I believe you can also easily create your own green corner. Let's take action together to create a green and vibrant home life!