How do you grow lemon balm at home? It looks good, tastes good, and can also repel mosquitoes
??Every spring and summer, the air is at its most polluted. Even going out for a little while makes you dizzy, so it is better to stay home. Huahua has put together 10 kinds of houseplants that not only purify the air but also repel mosquitoes, so you can enjoy a green "oxygen bar" at home~
Lemon balm
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Lemon balm, also called "air-purifying grass," is tolerant of shade and drought, and its small plant shape makes it suitable for small homes
Pest repellent: (lemon scent repels insects)
Air purification: absorbs formaldehyde, sulfur dioxide, and benzene. Besides these, the lemon fragrance it releases can also act as an air freshener
Edible: the lemon-flavored leaves can be used for tea, making fruit jam, garnishing desserts, and more
Chrysanthemum
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The floral scent of chrysanthemum is a little bitter, somewhat similar to mugwort, and it is also good at repelling mosquitoes and insects while purifying the air, achieving two goals at once!
Pest repellent: (scent repels mosquitoes and insects)
Air purification: chrysanthemum can absorb harmful gases in the air such as sulfur dioxide, hydrogen fluoride, hydrogen chloride, and benzene
Care: it can be grown in full light or scattered light positions. During the flowering period, water once every 2-3 days; at other times, you can control water and water less. In addition to organic fertilizer, you can also add fruit shell and eggshell fertilizer~
Medicinal effects: the scent of fresh chrysanthemums can refresh the mind. Marguerite daisies, African daisies, spray chrysanthemums, and Ruyi chrysanthemums are all suitable for potted home growing
Dried chrysanthemums brewed as tea can also clear heat and calm the mind. Flower lovers who like them can directly plant Huangju, Hangbaiju, and Gongju; their flowers are all edible.
Sedum kamtschaticum
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Sedum kamtschaticum is a relatively ancient wild vegetable. It suddenly became popular recently. It is said to have heart-protective effects, so it is also called "heart-nourishing vegetable." The supermarkets near Huahua are all selling it now
Pest repellent: (bitter taste repels mosquitoes)
Air purification: absorbs formaldehyde, benzene, and sulfur dioxide, releases oxygen, and freshens the air
Use:
1. Wrap the grass leaves in gauze and squeeze out the juice. It can be applied directly to mosquito and insect bites to relieve itching
2. The juice diluted with a little water can also be sprayed on other flowers and plants that attract mosquitoes and insects. When mosquitoes and insects smell this, they will detour~
Spider plant
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Even in rooms with scattered light or dim conditions, it can still carry out air "purification." Spider plant has always ranked near the top. As spring and summer temperatures rise, the odors from furniture are released, so hurry up and grow it
Pest repellent: (scent repels mosquitoes)
Air purification: 2 spider plants can absorb harmful substances in a 10 sq m room in one day, and can also absorb carbon monoxide and nitrogen peroxide released by household appliances
Care: not tolerant of strong sun, suitable for a place with scattered light and ventilation. Both water culture and soil culture work. For soil culture, water once every 3-5 days. It propagates quickly and is easy to root from cuttings
Snake plant
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Some flower lovers have simple and tidy home decor. Huahua recommends the snake plant in the same style. It not only purifies the air strongly, but is also excellent for decorating the home!
Pest repellent: (absorbs moisture to prevent mosquitoes and insects from breeding)
Air purification: 1 medium snake plant can absorb most harmful substances in a 10 sq m room every day
Care: place it in a bright spot at home: near the TV cabinet, on the bedroom windowsill, on the bathroom windowsill, etc. It is drought-tolerant; water once every 5-7 days, and control water during the winter dormant period
Types: there are many varieties of snake plant. Huahua has summarized some of them, and everyone can choose according to their own preference~
Aloe
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Everyone is probably familiar with aloe. Today Huahua wants to talk separately about Chinese aloe and Curacao aloe. They not only resist radiation, but can also be eaten, reduce inflammation, and be used for beauty
Pest repellent: (aloe flesh can prevent mosquito and insect bites)
Air purification: strongly removes formaldehyde. If there is lighting all day, it can absorb most of the formaldehyde in the air
Care: extremely drought-tolerant. Place it in a relatively dry place at home. Usually water once every 5-7 days, or water again after the soil has completely dried out
Chinese aloe and Curacao aloe: Chinese aloe and Curacao aloe are the more valuable ones for home growing. They grow large and can be eaten and used for beauty, but most flower lovers cannot tell the two apart:
In the picture below, the one on the left with leaves wrapped together is Curacao aloe, and the one on the right with opposite leaves (one left, one right) is Chinese aloe
Edible:
Cut off a thick section of leaf and tear off the outer skin
Aloe leaf skin is very easy to remove. In just a few moves you can see the complete leaf flesh
Cut the leaf flesh into small cubes. According to taste, you can add fruit or fruit juice, sugar, etc. to make desserts
Ivy
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Flower lovers who like vines can choose ivy. It can be grown in the living room and bedroom, and hanging it up greatly increases its effect
Pest repellent:
Air purification: strongly removes benzene. One pot of ivy can break down benzene in a bedroom, and can also absorb tiny dust and formaldehyde
Care: likes moisture. Often use a small spray bottle to spray water to keep the surrounding air moist. Once a month, you can add urea fertilizer or bury eggshells and peanut shells as fertilizer
Types: there are mainly four kinds of ivy on the market as shown below:
Miniature rose
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The ones we grow that can bloom are not just decorative vases; they are also very effective at purifying air~ Miniature roses are easy to grow and bloom abundantly, making them especially suitable to place at home
Air purification: all-around type. Absorbs harmful substances such as nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, hydrogen sulfide, hydrogen fluoride, chlorine, benzene, phenol, and ether, and purifies automobile exhaust
Air freshening: releases essential oils, can sterilize, increases negative ion concentration, and keeps the air in the room fresh and clean
Care: likes light. Place it on a south-facing windowsill or the south side of the living room. Each month, add compound fertilizer, nitrogen-phosphorus fertilizer, etc. to ensure reblooming
Wax begonia
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Some flowers and plants improve the air and regulate the environment by releasing aromatic molecules. Although begonia flowers have no fragrance, they still have a good purifying effect.
Air purification: the leaf surface is glossy and it stays evergreen through the four seasons. Its respiration is strong, absorbing formaldehyde and resisting sulfur dioxide, hydrogen fluoride, nitric acid mist, and phosgene. It is a very popular landscaping plant
Air freshening: adsorbs smoke and dust and removes dust from the air, keeping a clean and comfortable environment at home. Placed near a desk or computer, it adsorbs dust and can also soothe tired eyes
Care: likes moisture and fears waterlogging. In spring and autumn, water once every 2-3 days; in summer and winter, control water to prevent root rot~
The above flowers and plants with super strong cleaning power
Surely some flower lovers have already planted them all
If you want to breathe green and freely at home
Then hurry up and plant them
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