How many hours does Bilei Gu drum need to be sunbathed per day?
As a new favorite among succulent enthusiasts in recent years, Bilei Gu has attracted many plant lovers with its unique fleshy leaves and elegant hanging shape. However, many people often experience poor plant growth due to improper control of light and environment during maintenance. This article will systematically explore how to create an ideal environment for the robust growth of Bilei Gu by scientifically adjusting the duration of light exposure and growth factors.
One, Accurate Control of Light Duration
1. Light Cycle During Growing Season
In spring and autumn, it is recommended to provide 4-6 hours of soft morning light daily, avoid the strong midday sunlight in summer, and extend it to 5 hours in winter, supplemented with grow lights. By observing the thickness changes of the leaves, you can determine whether the light is sufficient—a healthy state should show plump and translucent emerald green.
2. Adjustment Strategy for Special Stages
New seedlings need to be shaded for 7-10 days after transplanting, and 1 hour of scattered light can be increased before and after the flowering period to promote bud differentiation. During the plum rain season, it is recommended to set up a rain shelter and use plant grow lights to maintain consistent lighting.
Two, Systematic Construction of Growing Environment
1. Advanced Substrate Mixing Ratio
It is recommended to use a golden ratio of volcanic rock: red jade soil: decomposed leaf soil = 3:4:3, mixed with 5% bone meal to increase calcium content. The potting mix needs to be replaced every spring, and it must be sterilized with high-temperature steam before use.
2. Intelligent Temperature and Humidity Control
Equip a thermometer and hygrometer for real-time monitoring, maintain a daytime temperature of 22-28°C, and not lower than 15°C at night. Use a misting humidifier to maintain a 50-60% environmental humidity, combined with a timed ventilation system to prevent mildew.
3. Water and Fertilizer Management
Use the "dry-wet cycle" irrigation method, watering the plant after the potting soil is completely dry. Apply diluted 2000 times succulent-specific liquid fertilizer every half month during the growing season, and complement with slow-release fertilizer granules every quarter.
Three, Full Cycle Health Maintenance
Regularly rotate the pot to ensure even light exposure, wipe the leaves with alcohol every quarter to maintain pore patency. When signs of leggy growth are observed, adopt a corrective plan of gradually increasing light exposure time. In winter, set up a thermal shelter and use LED plant lights to maintain growth vitality.
By scientifically adjusting the duration of light exposure and environmental factors, combined with regular observation of the plant's condition to adjust the maintenance plan, Bilei Gu can display the best ornamental form. It is recommended to establish a maintenance log to record daily light duration, temperature, and humidity changes, gradually forming a personalized maintenance system.