The mast flower is a common foliage flower, and its beautiful flowers and unique foliage make it a beloved indoor plant for many people.
First, the soil. Mast flowers prefer to grow in humus-rich soils, so choose slightly acidic soils, such as those with a pH of 55-6.5 acidic soils can better meet their growth needs. At the same time, keeping the soil loose and breathable is also key, and the right amount of humus or perlite can be added to improve the soil structure.
Second, light. Mast flowers like plenty of light, but too much sunlight can damage them. Therefore, it should be placed in a bright location during growth, but avoid direct exposure to bright light. In summer, you can use shade nets or curtains to block some of the bright light.
Third, water and fertilizer management. Mast flowers need the right amount of water and nutrients, but too much water and fertilization can be detrimental to their growth. During the growing period, keep the soil slightly dry and slightly moist to avoid overwatering or lack of water. In terms of fertilization, you can choose a special fertilizer for flowers with a ratio of 3:1:2 in nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, and fertilize it every two weeks or so. But during flowering, pause fertilization to make full use of its energy to produce more flowers.
Fourth, pruning. Mast flowers grow quickly, so timely pruning is necessary. During the germination stage, topping can be done to promote branch growth and make the whole plant plump. After flowering, pruning the residual flowers in time can promote the production of new flowers and also help to keep the plant tidy.
Fifth, temperature control. Mast flowers prefer a warm environment, and the optimum growing temperature is 20-25 degrees Celsius. In winter, it is important to keep warm and avoid damage from cold temperatures. It can be moved indoors or insulated with measures such as thickened pot coats or thermal pads.
In short, the maintenance of mast flowers is not too complicated, as long as you pay attention to the management of soil, light, water and fertilizer, pruning and temperature, etc., you can make the mast flowers grow healthy and strong, and bring you beautiful flowers and green landscapes.