How to care for the藻铃玉 as a family potted plant: Key points for maintenance

Cultivation method of algae bell jade

The algae bell jade, which looks like rabbit ears, has captured many plant lovers with its cute appearance. Although this succulent plant is highly ornamental, it often leads to poor growth due to improper operation during maintenance. Only by mastering its growth characteristics and establishing a scientific maintenance plan can this "cute thing" remain vibrant for a long time. The temperature balance strategy of three elements of environmental regulation 18-24℃ is the best growth range of algae bell jade, and the temperature difference between day and night needs to be controlled within 5℃. Open-air maintenance can be carried out in spring and autumn, and insulation sheds need to be built in advance in winter. When the thermometer shows 10 ° C, it should be moved indoors immediately. When it exceeds 32℃ in summer, it is recommended to lay a vermiculite cooling layer on the bottom of the basin. Light cycle management 4-6 hours of morning direct light combined with 3 hours of scattered light is ideal every day. Use an adjustable sunshade net to cope with seasonal changes: full sunshine in spring and autumn, blocking the noon light in summer, and extending the light to 8 hours in winter. If the plant shows signs of excessive growth, the light duration needs to be increased immediately. Water and fertilizer management skills, precise watering plan, algae bell jade cultivation method

The "dipping basin method" is used to replenish water every 15 days, shortening the high temperature period in summer to 10 days. Observe the plumularity of the leaves: replenish water when the surface leaves are slightly wrinkled, and keep the substrate completely dry in winter. Use a long-spout pot to slowly fill water along the wall of the basin to avoid stagnant water in the leaf center. Scientific fertilization principles: During the growth period (March to May, September to November), supplement a 2000-fold diluted meaty special liquid fertilizer once a month. Stop fertilization during the dormant period (June to August, December to February). Newly transplanted plants need to be delayed for 2 months before starting the fertilization process. Breeding and daily management The rationing breeding steps select mature plants more than 3 years old and divide them when changing pots in spring. Separate lateral buds with disinfectant tweezers and retain more than 1 cm of root system. After planting, new plants are placed in a ventilated and cool place for maintenance for 2 weeks, and gradually increase the light after new roots germinate. Disease prevention system