It is a common and beautiful perennial indoor foliage plant with an elegant sense of warmth. It is a tropical plant from the Brazilian Amazon jungle, and its orange-red leaves and bright flowers make a great choice for interior decoration. As an ornamental foliage plant, the maintenance of Yingshan red is not complicated, as long as you master some basic maintenance skills, you can make it thrive. This article will detail the maintenance needs of Yingshan Red after the beginning of autumn, so that plant lovers can take proper care of this beautiful houseplant.
1. Environmental requirements for mountain red.
It is a plant that prefers a warm and moist environment, and here are some suggestions to provide an ideal environment for it to grow:
1.Light: Roses prefer bright light, but should not be directly exposed to strong sunlight. It is best to place it next to a window or in a location that shades the sun and transmits light.
2.Temperature: The suitable growth temperature is 20°C-30°C, and the minimum should not be lower than 15°C. In winter, exposure to cold temperatures should be avoided as much as possible.
3.Humidity: Roses prefer a humid environment and can be increased by placing a water basin or damp cloth around the plant, using a humidifier, etc.
2. Watering and fertilizer for the red mountain.
1.Watering: Rosewood has a high need for water, but it should not be overwatered. In general, each watering should wait until the soil surface is slightly dry before watering. In summer, the frequency of watering can be increased appropriately, but it is necessary to avoid standing water.
2.Fertilizer: Spring and summer are the growing season, and liquid fertilizer can be applied every two weeks to provide sufficient nutrients. In autumn and winter, it is advisable to reduce the frequency of fertilizer application, and it is enough to apply it once a month.
3. Pruning and propagation of mountain red.
1.Pruning: The main purpose of pruning is to maintain its shape and promote new growth. Pruning can be done in spring and summer to cut off leaves and shoots that are too long or wilted. Be careful to use dry tools for pruning to avoid spreading germs.
2.Propagation: It can be propagated by cuttings. Healthy side shoots can be selected, cut and inserted into moist soil, and maintained at the right humidity and temperature, and new root growth can usually be found within 2-3 weeks.
Fourth, common pest control.
Although it is more resistant to pests and diseases, it is still likely to suffer from some common problems:
1.Diseases: Common diseases are gray mold, leaf spot, etc. In the event of a disease, it can be sprayed with a suitable agent**, while ventilation and humidity control can be strengthened to avoid the spread of the disease.
2.Pests: Common pests include aphids, mites, etc. Pests can be washed away with soapy water or farm manure, or sprayed with a suitable insecticide.
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