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How to raise winter red

Lydia Rodarte-Quayle
2020-07-01 16:41:34
Temperature: it is not afraid of high temperature, but can not bear the cold. The suitable temperature for growth is 23 ℃ ~ 32 ℃. Watering: be careful not to water too much during flowering. It is best to keep the soil dry. Light: the demand for sunlight is the highest. Insufficient light will seriously affect the normal flowering. Fertilization: sufficient fertilization is applied in spring and autumn, which is very important for its growth.

I. maintenance method

1. Temperature: it has a very strong high-temperature resistance. In summer, it can grow outdoors without being affected. At high temperature, it will not dehydrate, but grow well. At the same time, the temperature suitable for its growth is between 23 ℃ and 32 ℃. But it will be afraid of the cold, winter need to transplant indoor breeding, or to keep it warm, not directly in the outdoor winter.

2. Watering: the flowering time is from the winter of the year to the spring of the next year, which is exactly the opposite of the normal plants, so it does not need to water too much during the flowering period, just keep the soil slightly dry, not too much water, otherwise it will not bloom normally, and at the same time, there will be no water accumulation.

3. Light: it is a light loving plant. It needs to receive full day light. Sufficient and warm sunshine will make the plant grow more vigorously. If the light is not enough, it will cause poor growth. At the same time, flowering and light are closely related. When the light meets the conditions, its flowers will be more colorful and flourish.

4. Fertilization: during the cultivation period, the fertilization in spring and autumn is very important for the growth. Both fertilization in spring and autumn should be fully applied. After fertilization, attention should be paid to watering, so as to facilitate better absorption.

2. Cultivation techniques

1. Propagation: sowing and cutting are two important ways, both of which are suggested to be carried out in spring. Although it blooms in winter, it needs warm and comfortable temperature for germination. After cutting and sowing, it needs proper watering and sunshine.

2. Pruning: during the growth period, some branches that are too dense can be cut off, so that after the transparency is increased, the flowering will be more perfect. At the same time, we should also prune some of the flowers, which will be conducive to the next flowering and normal growth of the next year.

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

1. Disease: too much water will cause leaf spot disease, which can be controlled by spraying wettable powder.

2. Insect damage: aphids will appear and gnaw on the branches and leaves of plants, which will affect the final ornamental.

4. Other issues

1. Toxicity: there is no poison, so you can breed safely.

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2. Whether it can be raised at home: Yes, it will bloom in winter.

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