Multi肉 horned deer, due to its unique shape and adorable name, has become a favorite of many plant enthusiasts. It is not easy to make the multi肉 horned deer grow healthy. This article will introduce you to the maintenance methods of multi肉 horned deer in detail to help you easily raise beautiful and healthy multi肉 horned deer.
LightingMulti肉 horned deer requires more light, but should not be exposed to direct sunlight. When maintaining indoors, it should be placed in a place with plenty of scattered light, such as near a windowsill. In high summer temperatures, it should be shaded appropriately to avoid leaf sunburn.
WateringMulti肉 horned deer is not tolerant of waterlogging, and watering should be moderate. In general, keeping the soil slightly moist is fine. The watering frequency is adjusted according to the season and climate changes. In summer, it can be watered once a week, and in winter, it can be extended to once a month. When watering, be careful not to let water splash onto the leaves to avoid causing diseases.
SoilChoosing soil with good breathability and strong drainage is the key to maintaining multi肉 horned deer. You can use materials such as peat soil, perlite, and vermiculite to mix and prepare. The soil pH should be slightly acidic to neutral.
FertilizingMulti肉 horned deer does not require much fertilizer, but proper fertilization helps its growth. In the period of vigorous growth, applying a compound fertilizer once a month is sufficient. When fertilizing, be careful not to make the concentration too high to avoid burning the roots.
TemperatureThe suitable temperature range for multi肉 horned deer to grow is between 15℃ and 25℃. When the temperature is low in winter, it should be moved to a warm place indoors for maintenance. In high summer temperatures, it should be properly cooled to avoid leaf sunburn.
PropagationThe main methods of propagation for multi肉 horned deer are division and cutting. When dividing, select branches with vigorous growth for cutting, apply rooting powder to the incision, and after rooting, they can be planted separately. When cutting, select healthy leaves or branches, insert them into sandy soil, keep the soil moist, and after rooting, they can be transplanted.
Pest and Disease ControlMulti肉 horned deer is susceptible to pests and diseases such as red spiders and scale insects. When pests and diseases are found, timely measures should be taken. Insecticides can be sprayed, and ventilation should be strengthened to keep the air circulating.
During the maintenance of multi肉 horned deer, paying attention to aspects such as lighting, watering, soil, fertilizing, temperature, propagation, and pest and disease control can make your multi肉 horned deer grow healthily. Let's work together to make these adorable succulent plants a beautiful landscape in your home.