Why Isn't Your Gynura bicolor Growing on the Balcony? Causes Explained

Gynura bicolor is fairly easy to grow, so much so that some vegetable gardeners say even a friend can grow it, and indeed it really is quite easy, but some netizens ask about their own situation, and this is mostly a soil problem.

Gynura bicolor thrives in deep, moist, fertile soil rich in organic matter. It is recommended to mix garden soil, leaf mold, organic fertilizer and sandy soil before planting.

Gynura bicolor likes to grow in a warm environment, with an ideal growing temperature of 21°C to 29°C. It is not cold-resistant, and in winter, when the temperature drops below 9°C, it may die. In summer it dislikes high temperatures and strong light, and excessive heat will cause its leaves to lose water.

Gynura bicolor needs a lot of water during growth. One week after the seedlings are planted, water once mixed with organic fertilizer. Normally, water once a day; in summer, water according to how wet or dry the soil is, keeping the soil slightly moist.

Summer and autumn each year are the suitable seasons for cuttings. Before taking cuttings, first rake the soil flat so it stays loose, then cut about 9 cm-long cuttings from the plant, remove the large leaves and insert them about 6 cm into the soil.