A Detailed Guide to the Latest Hydroponic Growing Method for Anthurium
Anthurium, a perennial plant of the Araceae family, has very unique flowers with showy spathes; in hydroponics the flowering period can reach 2-4 months. It is quite attractive and has considerable ornamental value. Because anthurium has a good affinity for water, it can be grown hydroponically; of course, soil culture can also be used. So today the editor will focus on hydroponic anthurium: how can hydroponic anthurium achieve the best results? Next, the editor will explain how to grow anthurium hydroponically. Flower lovers who are interested, take a look!
1. Choosing a pot for hydroponic anthurium
Anthurium plants come in large and small sizes, so we need to choose a suitable pot for hydroponics according to the specific size of the anthurium. Using a slightly larger water basin has many benefits, because while growing the anthurium we can also keep a few small fish in the basin; this way it looks good and the two can coexist, isn't that great? It is best to use a semi-transparent flowerpot.
2. Potting up hydroponic anthurium
After taking the anthurium out of the soil-culture pot, all the rotten roots must be cleaned up thoroughly, then it can be disinfected in a potassium permanganate solution and washed clean with water. Carefully place the anthurium into the pot; some expanded clay pebbles can be put into the pot to fix the plant and keep it breathing normally. To ensure the anthurium breathes normally, we only need to add half or two-thirds of the water. If a transparent flowerpot is used, to prevent strong sunlight from damaging the plant we can cover the outside with a black plastic bag; in winter a transparent bag can be used to keep it warm. Place the anthurium in an environment with diffused light for growth, and the temperature is best kept above 10 degrees.
3. Changing the water for hydroponic anthurium
During the acclimation period, change the water frequently: once every three days for the first half month, then once every seven days. Each time you change the water, add a special nutrient solution for hydroponic flowers; at the beginning, there is no need to add it. This way, after one month, new roots can grow. After acclimation, you should control the frequency of water changes. If you find that there are many impurities in the water and the water is relatively cloudy, it means the water needs to be changed. Clean the flowerpot at regular intervals, and do not add nutrient solution either; water that is too nutrient-rich will increase the reproduction of microorganisms and affect the growth of the plant.
The above is all the content on how to grow hydroponic anthurium. Anthurium is relatively easy to grow hydroponically, and it looks clean and attractive. It is also not as troublesome as soil culture; it mainly involves managing the water quality and the flowerpot. Hydroponic anthurium looks quite pleasing to the eye. I hope reading this article can help everyone grow the best-looking anthurium. If you want to learn more related knowledge, please pay more attention to this site!