How to care for the Silver Emperor? Detailed guide to growing methods and precautions

Flowers & Gardening Jan 1, 1970 0 views

The first thing is the growing medium; its requirements are not very high, though it grows better in garden soil. The second is water: it likes high-humidity environments and is fairly tolerant of moisture. So water must never be lacking. However, after November, the amount of water given needs to be reduced. Temperature also needs attention, with 20-30°C being the most suitable. In addition, its light requirements are not especially great; usually, placing it somewhere with diffused light is enough. Finally, there is fertilizer. During the growing season, fertilizing once a month is fine; in the cold season, no fertilizing is needed. Now, let's look at the specific details below.

1. Soil

Overall, its requirements for soil are not particularly strict. However, soil quality will affect its growth. Generally speaking, using garden soil gives good results.

2. Water

During its vigorous growth period, water must never be lacking. In the hot summer, you also need to sprinkle some water on the leaves regularly. However, starting in November, temperatures will gradually drop. So it is best to reduce water accordingly. Only in this way can its tolerance to cold be improved.

3. Temperature

The most suitable temperature has already been mentioned above: within 20 to 30°C. In winter, the temperature level has a great deal to do with how it overwinters. So even if the most suitable level cannot be reached, it is best not to go below 10°C.

4. Light

Its light requirement is not especially great. But that does not mean it can do with none at all. So, to promote its vigorous growth, it should still be placed somewhere with diffused light. In addition, special attention is needed when strong light shines down: give it appropriate shading.

5. Fertilizer

The main period of need is during the growing season. The frequency does not need to be too high; applying a liquid fertilizer once a month is enough. Once winter arrives, it basically stops growing, so it has no need for this.

6. Precautions

The most important thing is the amount and concentration of fertilizer. The amount must not be too large, and the concentration must not be too high, otherwise its roots will not be able to tolerate it, and the loss will outweigh the gain.