With the improvement of living quality, more and more families are starting to keep green plants, and Epipremnum aureum is one of them. Epipremnum aureum not only has a high ornamental value but also is easy to care for, making it deeply loved by many. How to make the leaves of soil-cultivated Epipremnum aureum greener through fertilization? Let's delve into the fertilization techniques for soil-cultivated Epipremnum aureum.
Understanding the growth habits of Epipremnum aureumEpipremnum aureum is a plant that prefers a warm and humid, semi-shaded environment. It does not require much sunlight but should not be too dark. Understanding the growth habits of Epipremnum aureum helps us better manage fertilization.
Fertilization principles1. Moderate fertilization: Excessive fertilization can cause the leaves of Epipremnum aureum to turn yellow, while insufficient fertilization cannot meet its growth needs. It is important to follow the principle of moderate fertilization.
2. Staged fertilization: The growth cycle of Epipremnum aureum can be divided into the growing period, dormant period, and recovery period. During the growing period, the amount of fertilization should be increased appropriately; during the dormant and recovery periods, the amount of fertilization should be reduced.
3. Fertilization methods: Fertilization can be divided into foliar feeding and root feeding. Foliar feeding is suitable for the vigorous growth period, while root feeding is suitable for the slow growth period.
Fertilization techniques1. Fertilization during the growing period
During the growing period of Epipremnum aureum, apply a compound fertilizer once a month and a liquid fertilizer every 10 days. The application amount of compound fertilizer is 10-20 grams per plant, and the application amount of liquid fertilizer is 100-200 milliliters per plant.
2. Fertilization during the dormant and recovery periods
During the dormant and recovery periods of Epipremnum aureum, reduce the amount of fertilization appropriately. During the dormant period, apply compound fertilizer once every 20 days and liquid fertilizer once every 10 days; during the recovery period, apply compound fertilizer once every 15 days and liquid fertilizer once every 10 days.
3. Foliar feeding
Foliar feeding is suitable for the vigorous growth period and can be applied every 10-15 days. Dilute the liquid fertilizer 1000 times and spray it evenly on the leaves with a sprayer.
4. Precautions for fertilization
(1) Avoid sprinkling fertilizer directly on the leaves to prevent leaf burn.
(2) Water promptly after fertilization to promote fertilizer absorption.
(3) Keep the soil moist during the fertilization period to prevent excessive dryness.
By following these fertilization techniques, your soil-cultivated Epipremnum aureum leaves will surely become lush and green. Also, pay attention to the daily maintenance of Epipremnum aureum, such as maintaining appropriate light, temperature, and humidity, watering and pruning in a timely manner, to ensure your Epipremnum aureum grows strong and adds a touch of green to your home.
References:
《Household Flower Keeping Manual》, China Agricultural Publishing House, published in 2018.
《Indoor Plant Maintenance Guide》, Shanghai Science and Technology Publishing House, published in 2017.