Aspidistra watering method and fertilizing tips, how often to water
Aspidistra is a foliage plant, and its main ornamental appeal lies in its leaves. It is currently very popular among consumers on the market and attracts many people to grow it. However, some people are not very clear about its fertilizer and water needs during cultivation, so how exactly should it be watered and fertilized? Let's learn together below!
How to water Aspidistra (how often to water)
1. When watering Aspidistra, use clean water for irrigation to avoid disease. During the vigorous growth period, provide enough water, keep it fully moist, and spray the leaf surface appropriately to promote sprouting. After late autumn, frequent watering is no longer needed. In winter, you can spray a little warm water on the leaves to clean them and maintain a good appearance.
2. How often to water Aspidistra: during vigorous growth, Aspidistra should be watered 2 times a day. Water less in winter. In fact, there is no fixed number of days for watering Aspidistra. Because it varies with season, climate, and temperature, the watering interval also differs, so the soil needs to be observed frequently. Generally, newly repotted plants can be watered more frequently.
How to fertilize Aspidistra
We know that this plant needs to be repotted every one or two years. The soil for repotting needs to be a mix of leaf mold, river sand, and other materials. When repotting, fertilization is needed. Generally, we use some crushed bone and cake fertilizer as a base. After transplanting, place it in a relatively cool place. At this time, we should also water thoroughly and spray some on the leaves as well. After that, apply fertilizer once or twice every month. In this way, new leaves are more likely to grow out, and the whole plant will also grow healthily more easily.
What to do if Aspidistra leaves turn yellow
1. Excessive light. Solution: Aspidistra can be grown year-round in a bright indoor location, but do not place it in direct sunlight, especially next to a window. There is no need to deliberately put it in the sun.
2. Too little light. Solution: Aspidistra can be placed in a dark environment, but it is best to move it to a bright environment every once in a while so it can feel the warmth of the sunlight, which is more conducive to growth and ornamental value. Especially during the period from new leaf growth to maturity, keep it in a bright place for care as much as possible.
3. Overwatering. Solution: Water Aspidistra according to the principle of watering when dry and stopping when wet. Do not water too much, but do not water too little either. During the growth period, sufficient water is needed, but it must be ensured that there is no waterlogging.
4. Fertilizer too concentrated. Solution: Do not fertilize too frequently. Apply a dilute liquid fertilizer once every 15 days to promote the sprouting and growth of branches and leaves and keep the leaves elegant and bright. Be sure not to apply too much fertilizer.
5. Pest infestation. Solution: Frequently check both sides of the leaves, and often wipe the leaves with clean water to keep them clean and glossy. Once red spider mites are found, promptly spray dicofol, nissol, or similar products for control.
Common diseases of Aspidistra and their control
1. Anthracnose. Control method: When diseased leaves are found, cut them off and burn them promptly to reduce the source of infection. Take preventive measures. Before the rainy season arrives, move the plant to a relatively dry environment and keep it ventilated. You can spray 50% Shibaike once every 10 days, for 3~4 consecutive sprays. If necessary, spray potassium dihydrogen phosphate solution to enhance the plant's resistance.
2. Gray mold. Control method: Strengthen care. Aspidistra likes moisture, so you can choose a humid environment with good ventilation for care. Light should not be too strong, otherwise it is also very easy to become diseased. If scattered diseased plants are found, promptly spray 65% mepanipyrim wettable powder. If the disease is severe, promptly remove the diseased plants and spray a fungicide to ensure the remaining plants grow well.
3. Leaf spot. Control method: Promptly improve the care environment, ventilate promptly, and lower the environmental temperature. In the early stage of the disease, remove the affected leaves and clean them up. Then spray Bordeaux mixture for control, once every 7 days, 4~5 times is enough.
When watering Aspidistra, be sure to pay attention to the amount, as well as the season. Watering should be reduced in winter. Do not fertilize too many times; once or twice a month is enough. During cultivation, Aspidistra may also show yellowing leaves and other phenomena. You can first identify the cause and then solve the problem at its root.