Remember one sentence when growing flowers, and 10 kinds of potted plants can all be grown so that each pot bursts with growth

As the temperature rises, evaporation increases, and the amount of watering must increase accordingly. Flower lovers, remember one sentence: water correctly and you will grow flowers well. But as for exactly how to water, many flower lovers are still at a loss. Don't worry, today Xiaohua has put together the watering methods for 10 common flowers. Come and take a look!

1. Money Tree

The money tree (Pachira aquatica) suits a high-temperature, high-humidity environment. But its cold resistance is extremely poor. Even for a long-lived money tree, the lowest temperature must not fall below 6°C. In northern regions, when the temperature is below 6°C, it should be moved indoors for growing. The money tree likes loose, fertile, water-retentive, well-aerated sandy soil.

The money tree is drought-tolerant, so watering about 2-3 times a month is enough. Normally, water when you see the surface of the potting soil turn white. Because many flower lovers are in different locations, the watering frequency also differs roughly.

2. Gardenia

First, it must be clear what kind of water to use for watering. Rainwater is best; if there is no rainwater, use tap water. When watering, you can add a little vinegar or citric acid to increase the acidity of the soil.

When watering, the water temperature must also be strictly controlled. The water temperature should be close to room temperature. Do not use very cold or hot water. When using it, let it sit for a while so the temperature is close to room temperature before use.

During the growing period from April to September, the potting soil must be kept moist. Water as soon as the surface of the potting soil looks dry. In the evening, you can use a spray bottle to sprinkle water on the leaves. If the soil dries out completely and the plant wilts, it will be bad for growth. For plants that grow too vigorously and have longer internodes, do not water in the evening; water again after the sun comes up in the morning.

3. Pothos

Pothos (Epipremnum aureum) prefers a warm, humid environment. Generally, if the soil in the pot where pothos is planted becomes dry, it needs to be watered promptly. Besides daily watering, the leaves of pothos also need a certain amount of moisture, so we can usually wipe the leaves of pothos in the morning and evening. In summer, we can spray water on the leaves of pothos to maintain a certain level of moisture.

4. Snake Plant

The snake plant (Sansevieria) is not watered casually on a fixed schedule; watering should also be based on the weather and its own growth conditions.

Fertilizing and watering are inseparable in flower growing. One remedy for over-fertilizing is watering. When too much fertilizer is applied, water thoroughly and let the water seep out from the potting soil to dilute the fertilizer strength, then place it in a sunny, ventilated spot and let the potting soil dry out as quickly as possible. Be careful not to let water accumulate.

Generally, watering once about every 10 days is fine. It is best to mix some sand into the potting soil for good water permeability and aeration, to avoid root rot caused by overwatering.

5. Monstera

Monstera (Monstera deliciosa) likes a relatively humid environment. During its growing period, it needs plenty of water, and summer is precisely when monstera grows most vigorously, so monstera needs a large amount of water in summer. In summer, we water monstera more than usual.

In summer, monstera should be watered both in the morning and in the evening. If the summer weather is hot and very dry, we can spray water around the monstera, or wipe its leaves with water. This not only maintains humidity but also keeps monstera's leaves green and vivid.

In winter, water once every 3-4 days. For daily watering, water once a day.

6. Christmas Cactus

Generally, in winter and spring when the weather is colder, water once every 7-10 days. In spring, as the temperature rises, wait until the soil in the pot is almost dry before watering again. The principle of watering is: do not water if not dry; when watering, water thoroughly; and before watering again, let it dry thoroughly. The Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera) likes semi-shade, so after being moved outdoors in spring, place it in a wind-sheltered, sunny spot as much as possible.

During the high-temperature period in summer, stop fertilizing and water less, because at this time the Christmas cactus's growth stalls. However, you can spray water 2-3 times a day. If watered too much at this time, it will cause root rot.

7. Bougainvillea

Bougainvillea likes a warm, humid climate and needs sufficient light. With less water, bougainvillea's lifespan will increase.

Bougainvillea enters dormancy in the low-temperature winter. Outside the dormant period, bougainvillea will drop flowers due to insufficient light, or excessive water can also cause flower drop.

Therefore, during the summer flowering period, water twice a day: spray water in the morning, and after 4 p.m., water once. After the flowers fade, watering can be appropriately reduced; overly wet soil will cause leaf drop and root rot. In winter, control watering; do not water if the potting soil is not dry.

But 4-5 weeks before bougainvillea blooms, water should be withheld, that is, after watering once, wait until the leaves or young buds all droop before watering again. This is beneficial for flower bud differentiation and formation.

8. Fuchsia

Note that before fertilizing, the potting soil must be kept dry. After fertilizing, spray water once to prevent the leaves from being stained with fertilizer water and rotting. At the same time, try to avoid applying only nitrogen fertilizer. You may apply nitrogen fertilizer alone when the plant is obviously deficient in fertilizer and the leaves are yellow, thin, and small.

Fuchsia likes a moist soil environment and is not drought-tolerant. When watering, grasp the principle of "water when dry, and when watering, water thoroughly."

In spring when the weather is dry, spray water on the branches and leaves once or twice a day to avoid water accumulation in the potting soil caused by overwatering.

In summer, place the plant under a shade canopy, often spray water on the leaf surface or sprinkle water on the ground, and strengthen ventilation. In winter, watering must be strictly controlled so the potting soil does not become too wet. After each fertilizing and watering, loosen the soil promptly to let air in.

9. Aloe

Aloe is especially drought-tolerant. Basically, watering once every 10-15 days is fine. For watering, well water or rainwater is best. Tap water needs to be left to sit for 1-2 days before use. After watering, loosen the soil promptly to reduce water evaporation, thereby encouraging aloe to grow new roots.

10. Kalanchoe

When watering kalanchoe (Kalanchoe blossfeldiana), one of the principles to follow is: do not water if not dry, and when watering, water thoroughly. This means that when watering, you need to wait until the soil is completely dry before watering, otherwise root rot may occur.

In summer, the temperature is high and evaporation is fast, so people think the soil is already dry and often water. But in fact, in summer the air humidity is very high. Although the surface of the soil is already dry, the bottom is still not dry. So if you water at this time, it is easy to cause the soil to become wet and the roots to rot.

In winter, if watering, the water temperature should be close to the indoor temperature, but still try not to water, so as to avoid the plant being frostbitten and rotting.