How to grow petunias so they explode into a full pot? These care tips you need to master
1. The habits of this plant
Only by understanding its characteristics can you know what is good for it. First, it likes a warm environment. It is very intolerant of cold, though high temperatures are not a problem. If you want it to explode into a full pot, temperature must be guaranteed. Next is light. Since it is itself a long-day plant, its demand for light is relatively high. If you want it to explode into a full pot, ample light is indispensable. Then there is water, and its requirements are also rather strict. At specific times, a lack of water will not do. However, water cannot simply be given in excess either, because it equally cannot tolerate waterlogging. Otherwise, not only will it fail to explode into a full pot, but it will actually be harmed. Finally there is soil. If you want it to explode into a full pot, there are naturally some requirements for the soil.
2. Specific methods
(1) Temperature: You must ensure the temperature is within the range most suitable for it, in order to provide the foundation for it to explode into a full pot. For this plant, the most suitable range is 13 to 18 degrees. Once the temperature is relatively low, do not continue to leave it outdoors; move it indoors for care.
(2) Light: To achieve the effect of exploding into a full pot, the condition of ample light must be guaranteed. Especially when it is growing quickly, this stage is the key period for exploding into a full pot. During this period, unless the light is especially intense, there is no need to shade it.
(3) Water: It grows quickly in summer, so it also needs more water. In the morning and evening, it is best to water twice. However, also take special care not to let water accumulate. In addition, do not let it be exposed to too much rain.
(4) Soil: First of all, there are the two requirements of being loose and fertile. Then, considering that it cannot tolerate waterlogging, good drainage is required. So, we had best choose sandy loam soil.