Lige Begonia: Beautiful flowers that make your home full of life!
Lige Begonia is a potted flower with great ornamental value, and its bright flower color and luxuriant foliage add a touch of bright color to the home environment. The cultivation method of Lige Begonia is not complicated, as long as you master a few key maintenance skills, you can make your potted plants thrive and bloom with beautiful flowers.
First, the key points of maintenance.
Potting soil selection: Lige begonia is suitable for growing in potting soil with good air permeability and good drainage. Therefore, choosing the right potting vessel and high-quality soil is the key to farming. The pots should be made of ceramic pots or plastic pots with good air permeability, and the soil should be mixed with humus, garden soil and river sand in a ratio of 1:1:1, and an appropriate amount of organic fertilizer should be added as the base fertilizer.
Watering: Begonias have a higher need for water, but too much watering can lead to root rot. Follow the principle of "see dry and see wet", and water the appropriate amount according to the dryness and wetness of the potting soil. During the growing season, keep the soil moist and avoid being too dry or too wetDuring the flowering period and winter, reduce the frequency of watering appropriately to avoid over-wetting the potting soil.
Fertilization: Lige begonias like fertilizer, but excessive fertilization can lead to root burning. During the growing period, apply well-rotted organic fertilizer or compound fertilizer every half month to promote plant growth;Before flowering, increase phosphorus and potassium fertilizer to promote flower openingIn winter, fertilization should be reduced or stopped. Follow the principle of "thin fertilizer and frequent application" to avoid excessive fertilization.
Light: Begonias need plenty of sunlight to grow properly, but avoid direct sunlight during high temperatures in summer to avoid sunburn on the leaves. Place it in a sunny, well-ventilated area to receive light, making sure to receive at least 4 hours of direct light per day.
Temperature: Begonia is suitable for growing in a warm environment, and too high or too low temperature will affect its growth. The suitable growth temperature is 18-25, and the indoor temperature should be kept above 10 in winter to avoid frostbite.
2. Precautions.
Pest control: Begonias are susceptible to pests and diseases such as aphids and red spiders. Regularly check the growth of plants, and take timely control measures once pests and diseases are found, such as spraying pesticides, pruning diseased branches, etc. At the same time, maintain a well-ventilated and clean environment to prevent the occurrence of pests and diseases.
Repotting and pruning: As the begonias grow, they need to be repotted at the right time to provide more space for growth. Be careful when changing pots to avoid damage to the root system. During the growth period, prune excessively long or dense branches and residual flowers at the right time to keep the plant tidy and healthy.
Water management: Begonias have a higher need for water, but overwatering can lead to root rot. Follow the principle of "see dry and see wet", and water the appropriate amount according to the dryness and wetness of the potting soil. At the same time, be careful not to spray water directly on the flowers, so as not to cause flower withering or disease.
Key points of purchase: When buying Lige begonias, choose plants that are healthy, lush with foliage and bright flowers. Avoid buying plants that have pests and diseases or that are not growing well.
Propagation method: Begonia can be propagated by cuttings and dividing. The best time for propagation by cuttings is spring or autumn;Propagation should be carried out in spring. Mastering the correct propagation methods can help to cultivate healthy begonia potted plants.
Lige Begonia is a beautiful and easy-to-care potted flower. By mastering the cultivation methods and precautions, following the key points such as potting soil selection, watering, fertilization, light and temperature management, and paying attention to the details of pest control and propagation methods, your Lige Begonia potted plants are sure to thrive and bloom with beautiful flowers!Get started now!