What are the propagation methods for asparagus fern? Solve yellowing leaves this way
Asparagus fern is a common foliage bonsai in daily life, with a very delicate appearance, much loved by people, and many like to keep a pot at home. To improve the indoor environment, then what are the propagation methods for asparagus fern? What to do about yellowing leaves?
1. Introduction to asparagus fern:
1. Is asparagus fern toxic?
Asparagus fern is not toxic, so it can be grown with peace of mind, and placing it indoors can enhance ornamental value, effectively absorb harmful gases and purify the air, so it is very suitable to place a pot in a study, living room and other places.
2. What is the flower language of asparagus fern?
The flower language of asparagus fern is eternity, meaning forever unchanging, generally often used as an accessory in weddings, wishing the newlyweds happiness and sweetness, and love that lasts forever. Of course, it can also be given to friends, teachers, etc., to wish friendship lasting.
2. What are the propagation methods for asparagus fern?
The propagation methods for asparagus fern include seed propagation, division propagation, and cutting propagation, among which division propagation is the simplest, and the survival rate is also relatively high.
1. Seed propagation
Step 1: First collect mature seeds (generally, when the seed coat becomes soft and turns black, it indicates maturity).
Step 2: Wash the seeds clean with clear water, then dry them and store them.
Step 3: In early April, choose a wooden pot or clay pot with a slightly larger diameter, then find some sandy soil with good air permeability, and finally dig small holes at a plant spacing of 3cm and row spacing of 3cm, sow three seeds in each hole, then cover with 5cm of soil, water lightly, cover with plastic film and place it in a 25 degree environment.
This method is relatively simple, but the survival rate is not very high, and the temperature must be controlled well, otherwise it is difficult to germinate.
2. Division propagation
Step 1: Remove a plant 2-3 years old together with its roots and soil from the soil, then divide the plant into small individual plants.
Step 2: Transplant the divided plants into flower pots, then cover with soil, water thoroughly and place in a cool environment to grow for one week.
Step 3: After one week, apply some fertilizer in a timely manner to ensure sufficient nutrients, so that the asparagus fern can grow normally.
This method is also relatively simple, but when dividing, be sure not to damage the root system, and each divided small plant must have some roots.
3. Cutting propagation
Step 1: Choose a plant with more leaves and relatively thick stems, then cut a small slit on a relatively thick stem, then apply a layer of moss plants and leave it for about 10 days.
Step 2: Ten days later, cut off the cut branch, then place it in a cloth bag filled with soft soil, finally put it in a flower pot, cover with soil and place it in a cool place, and after some time the asparagus fern will have propagated successfully.
This method is the simplest, but it must be carried out in a 20-30 degree environment, otherwise the survival rate is very low.
3. What to do about yellowing asparagus fern leaves?
Reason 1: Insufficient fertilizer: Asparagus fern has high fertilizer requirements, especially during the growing period when fertilizer must be sufficient; if insufficient or if fertilizer is not applied for a long time, the leaves will turn yellow.
Solution: If fertilizer has not been applied recently or the amount applied is very small, increase the amount of fertilizer, and after the leaves gradually recover, apply base fertilizer once every one month.
Reason 2: Too much water: Asparagus fern does not have high water requirements; as long as the pot soil is moist it is fine, but if watered too much causing waterlogging, the leaves will turn yellow.
Solution: Control the amount of watering well; if there is too much water, remove the plant from the flower pot and leave it for two or three days, then put it back into the flower pot. In addition, during the plum rain season, move it promptly to a place without rain, and take good drainage measures to prevent waterlogging.
Reason 3: Too strong light: Asparagus fern does not have high light requirements; just a little scattered light is enough, but if exposed to the sun for a long time, the plant's leaves will turn yellow.
Solution: Move the plant promptly to a cool place, and after some time it will return to its original color.
The above is a detailed introduction to the propagation methods for asparagus fern and the causes and solutions for yellowing leaves, hoping it is helpful to everyone.