Bringing the forest into your home is the ultimate home care manual for yew
Yew, a plant that sounds like a touch of ancient Chinese color, is not only a beautiful name, but also a good hand for home greening. It's like a dancer in a long green dress, gracefully spinning around your home, bringing a touch of natural freshness to the living space. But you know what?If you want to take care of this "dancer", it is not as simple as watering and basking in the sun. Today, let me, a gardening master who claims to be a "green plant expert", take you into the world of yew and explore how to give it the most intimate care at home.
1. Choose a good position and let it "stand" comfortably
Yew prefers a semi-shady environment, so a balcony, windowsill or bright living room corner at home is a good choice. But remember, the strong sunlight in summer is its "natural enemy", and we must avoid direct sunlight, so as not to "sunburn" our yew. In winter, it becomes a little "afraid of cold", so you can keep it close to some warm places, such as next to the heater.
Second, watering is a technical job, and you have to "understand" its temper
Yew is a kind of guy who likes a humid environment, but it is not tolerant of waterlogging. What to do?My experience is to touch the surface of the soil with your hands, water if it feels dry, and water thoroughly each time until the water comes out of the bottom of the pot. This ensures that it is well hydrated and does not "drown" due to excessive water. Oh, and in the summer or dry season, you can also spray it with water mist from time to time to maintain the humidity of the air.
3. Fertilize properly, don't let it "eat up".
Yew does not have a high fertilizer requirement, but proper nutritional supplementation is essential. Spring and autumn are the peak seasons for its growth, and at this time you can apply thin fertilizer to it every one or two months. Remember to use a fertilizer that is specifically designed for foliage plants so that they can meet their growth needs. In winter, it enters the dormant period, and at this time it is necessary to stop fertilizing and let it rest.
Fourth, trim and shape it to maintain a "good figure".
Yew grows relatively quickly, so regular pruning is necessary. First, it can control its height and shape, and secondly, it can also promote the growth of side branches, making it more lush. Pay attention when pruning, try to do it in the spring, because this is when it grows at its fastest rate and it is easy to recover after pruning. In addition, the pruning tools must be sharp and clean, and remember to disinfect the wound after trimming to avoid infection.
Fifth, pest control, be a careful "parent".
Although yew trees are more resistant to pests and diseases, they do occasionally encounter some minor troubles. Pests such as aphids and red spiders will target its tender leaves. Once these pests are spotted, it is time to take timely measures. Pests can be gently brushed off with a soft-bristled brush, or sprayed with some low-toxicity and highly effective insecticides. In addition, regular "bathing" of yew trees is also a good way to prevent it, that is, to rinse the surface of the leaves with clean water, which can not only wash away dust and insect eggs, but also keep the leaves breathing smoothly.
Having said all that, do you already have a comprehensive understanding of how to maintain yew at home?In fact, raising plants is like raising children, it requires patience and care. Only by truly understanding their growth habits and needs can we provide them with the most suitable maintenance methods. Hopefully, this article will help you and make your yew thrive at home and become a bright spot in your life.