Keep a pot of Ardisia crenata at home, bright red and prosperous, symbolizing a house full of gold and jade

The potted plants we often see sold in flower shops, with a pot of bright red little berries, are really quite beautiful, and are often used as Lunar New Year flowers. This is Ardisia crenata, also called "gold and jade filling the hall", or coral ardisia. The berries are bright red, very festive, and the berries stay on the plant for a fairly long time, fruiting in winter, and are often used by people as Lunar New Year flowers, bringing prosperity to the whole family

How should Ardisia crenata normally be cared for so it grows well? This should be explained from several aspects

1. Soil

Ardisia crenata is not demanding about soil, as long as it is loose and breathable. You can use leaf mold, large-particle river sand, and garden soil mixed together to grow it. Loose and fertile soil is very beneficial for the growth and fertilizing of Ardisia crenata

2. Light

Ardisia crenata is fairly strict about light requirements. During the growing period it needs sufficient light, but the light must not be too strong. If conditions allow, the best light is before 10 a.m. and after 4 p.m. This way it will not grow leggy and will grow very well, with glossy green leaves and many berries

3. Temperature

Ardisia crenata likes a warm and humid environment. It grows well at temperatures above 15°C. If the temperature is below 5°C, it will stop growing. If the temperature is too low, it will cause yellowing and falling leaves. By then, the leaves will drop, leaving only the branches, and it will have no ornamental value

4. Humidity

Ardisia crenata requires relatively high air humidity and a relatively moist environment. For home care, while ensuring good indoor ventilation, you should frequently mist Ardisia crenata to maintain air humidity. The soil should be kept moist. After the soil surface dries, water thoroughly as much as possible. During high temperatures in summer, be sure to replenish water in time. If it lacks water, the leaves will very easily rot

5. Fertilizing

During the growing period of Ardisia crenata, apply organic fertilizer once or twice a month, either cake fertilizer water or compound fertilizer diluted with water, to ensure the nutrients consumed during growth

If the berries of Ardisia crenata fall into the flower pot and you gently cover them with a layer of soil, many small seedlings will grow. This can be propagated by seed, and it is very interesting

In this way, Ardisia crenata will grow very well, with bright red berries and a long fruiting period. Placed in the house, you can never look at it enough