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How to raise Epiphyllum

Lydia Rodarte-Quayle
2020-07-09 08:58:17
Epiphyllum like warm temperature, afraid of severe cold, suitable growth temperature between 15 and 25 degrees. Spring and autumn is the growing season, we should water more, fertilize more, and apply fertilizer 1 to 2 times a month. So that its light is sufficient, do not see direct sunlight, loose fertile, well drained soil can. In addition, for diseases and insect pests, there are anthrax hazards.

I. breeding environment

1. Soil: the rotten leaf soil with loose and fertile soil shall be selected for cultivation. The soil will be changed every spring.

2. Light: put it in the place with bright scattered light, and do not move it at will after the position is determined, which will affect its coupling and germination.

3. Watering: spring and autumn are the growing season. Enough water should be poured on the leaves to increase the humidity and prevent the basin soil from ponding and rotten roots. Keep basin soil dry during winter dormancy period.

4. Fertilization: Epiphyllum is fond of fertilizer, so it should be fertilized more during its growth period, and a small amount of bone meal can be added. But do not apply raw fertilizer and thick fertilizer, proper fertilization can make the Epiphyllum big and gorgeous.

2. Breeding methods

1. Cuttage Propagation: most cuttings are carried out in May, with high survival rate.

2. Grafting propagation: generally, it is grafted to lingjianhua. Choose a strong lingjianhua, cut a small opening, choose a Epiphyllum and cut about the size of a metamorphosed stem, bind with a cloth, put it in a place with good light and ventilation.

3. Pest control

The disease is mainly caused by anthrax, which is immediately sprayed with carbendazim. Insect damage mainly has the scale insect's harm, may use the soft brush to brush gently.

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