Bamboo cypress is deeply loved by people for its unique leaf shape and elegant temperament, and the use of hydroponic cultivation of bamboo and cypress is a fashionable, environmentally friendly and highly ornamental horticultural method that has emerged in recent years. This article will explain the maintenance skills of hydroponic cypress in detail, and focus on the core issue of its water change frequency, aiming to help you better care for your hydroponic cypress and make it vibrant in the water.
Container selectionFirst, choose a glass or plastic container that is transparent, clean, non-toxic, and has a certain depth so that you can observe the root growth and ensure that there is enough space for the roots.
Matrix preparation: Although it is hydroponics, light soilless media such as perlite and ceramsite can be used to fix the bamboo and cypress plants in the early stage, and the medium can be gradually reduced or removed after the root growth is stable.
Water quality requirements: Bamboo and cypress have a certain sensitivity to water quality, it is best to choose pure water or dried tap water, and avoid directly using tap water containing chlorine or high hardness to prevent damage to bamboo and cypress.
Lighting management: Bamboo cypress prefers a semi-shady environment, so it is suitable to be placed in a bright but not direct sunlight location to avoid leaf burns caused by strong light. 4-6 hours of scattered light per day is sufficient to meet its growth needs.
Temperature and humidity: The suitable temperature for the growth of bamboo cypress is 15-28, try to keep it constant as much as possible to avoid extreme temperature changes. At the same time, maintaining indoor air circulation and providing a certain humidity environment is conducive to the healthy growth of bamboo and cypress.
Initial water change: At the beginning of hydroponics, because the root system of bamboo and cypress has not fully adapted to the aquatic environment, the metabolism is more active, and the water needs to be changed frequently, generally every 3-5 days, to keep the water clean and promote the development of the root system.
Medium-term water change: When the root system of bamboo cypress begins to grow normally, the frequency of water change can be appropriately extended, about once a week to two weeks, at this time, more attention should be paid to the change of water quality, if the water body is found to be turbid, there is a peculiar smell, it needs to be replaced in time.
Adjust according to the season: During the high temperature period in summer, the water evaporates quickly and the microbial activity is vigorous, which may accelerate the deterioration of water quality, so the frequency of water change should be relatively increased. In the low temperature period of winter, the evaporation of water is slow, and the water change cycle can be appropriately extended.
Observe the root system: Healthy roots are white or light yellow, if the roots are found to be black, rotten, etc., it may be a sign of poor water quality or insufficient oxygen, at this time, you should replace the new water in time, and check whether the ventilation conditions need to be improved.
Procedure: Gently remove the cypress plants and rinse the roots with water to remove the attached impurities and dead roots. Then wash the container thoroughly and replace it with a pre-prepared clean water source.
Add the nutrient solution: At the same time as replacing the new water, add an appropriate amount of special nutrient solution for hydroponic plants according to the ratio recommended in the manual to supplement the nutrients required by the bamboo cypress.
In the maintenance process of hydroponic cypress, the reasonable frequency of water change is very important, which directly affects the growth state and ornamental effect of bamboo cypress. By understanding the growth habits of bamboo cypress, flexibly adjusting the frequency of water change according to the actual situation, and paying attention to the observation of its root system and overall growth status, we can truly realize the vigorous growth of bamboo and cypress in water. Let us feel the unique charm of this green in the water and experience the fun and harmony brought by green life. Bamboo cypress