The little fairy potted plant is one of the common plants in home greening, and it is loved by people for its beautiful appearance and easy maintenance. The following will introduce you to the cultivation methods and precautions of the little fairy potted plants to help you better maintain your beloved little fairy potted plants.
1 Choose healthy plants.
When buying a small fairy potted plant, you should choose a healthy plant with full leaves, bright colors, and a well-developed root system. Avoid plants that have pests, diseases or poor growth.
2 Suitable potting soil.
Little fairy potted plants need well-drained soil, you can choose peat soil, perlite, vermiculite according to the ratio of 1:1:1, and then add an appropriate amount of slow-release fertilizer as a substrate. At the same time, choose a flower pot with good air permeability, such as a ceramic pot or a plastic pot.
3 Light and temperature.
Little fairy potted plants need plenty of light, but avoid direct sunlight. During the high temperature in summer, it should be properly shaded. At the same time, maintain a suitable temperature to avoid damage to the plants caused by too high or too low temperature.
4 Watering and fertilizing.
During the growth of the little fairy potted plant, it is necessary to maintain a moderate humidity. Watering evenly and avoid over- or under-watering. During the growing season, fertilize once a week, and you can choose a compound fertilizer with a balance of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium. During the dormant period of winter, the number of fertilization should be reduced.
5 Pest control.
Little fairy potted plants are susceptible to pests such as aphids and red spiders. Once pests and diseases are found, measures should be taken to prevent and control them in time. Methods such as biocontrol, physical control or chemical agents can be used. At the same time, regularly inspect the leaves and branches, and cut off the diseased branches and leaves in time.
6 Repotting and pruning.
As the baby fairy potted plant grows, it needs to be repotted regularly to ensure that the root system has enough room to grow. Generally, the pot is changed every 2-3 years, and the root system is pruned and replaced with new potting soil. During the growth process, prune the branches and leaves in a timely manner to maintain the beautiful shape of the plant.
7 Methods of reproduction.
Small fairy potted plants can be propagated by cuttings or divides. When cuttings, choose healthy shoots and insert them into plain sand, and maintain the right temperature and humidity to take root and survive. When propagating by dividing the mother plant, it is enough to divide the mother plant into several plants. The breeding time is generally chosen to take place in spring or autumn.
In short, it is necessary to pay attention to the selection of healthy plants, the provision of suitable potting soil, the maintenance of suitable light and temperature, reasonable watering and fertilization, the prevention and control of pests and diseases, regular repotting and pruning, and the correct propagation methods. With proper care and management, your little fairy bonsai will thrive and bring a piece of life and greenery to your life.