The Milan plant drops its leaves right after you buy it? Learn one trick and it will bloom all over the pot

The leaves of the Milan plant (Aglaia odorata) are very small and lovely, and its flowers are golden yellow, about the size of a seed, yet they give off bursts of delicate fragrance. When we grow it, we run into all kinds of problems, such as the most common leaf drop and failure to bloom, so today Huahua will tell everyone how to solve these problems!

The Milan plant counts as a very "delicate" plant, especially right after we bring it home; with just a gentle touch, its leaves come pouring down. When this happens, we don't need to worry too much, because it is a normal reaction to just entering a new environment, and it needs some time to adapt.

Right after buying it, we should put it in a place with good ventilation and light. After all, it will feel somewhat unsettled having just moved into a new home, so be sure to control your hands and touch it less, otherwise the leaves will drop even more severely. When watering, wait until the soil has dried out completely before watering, otherwise too much or too little water will both cause leaf drop.

Dropping leaves at the beginning is normal, but if it continues for a long time or the leaves become dry and curled, that means it is a care problem. First we need to check whether improper watering has caused root rot or the death of the root system.

If it is due to root rot, then take it out promptly and trim it, then sterilize it, let it dry, and replant it in a pot. If the potting soil is too dry, never give it a thorough soaking all at once, otherwise it will directly speed up the rate at which its leaves drop. You should water a small amount, just enough to make the surface of the potting soil slightly moist, so that it can slowly absorb it and resume growth!

There is also the problem of not blooming. Among all plants, in terms of flowering time and quantity, it can be said to be second to none, and it is the kind that keeps blooming after one round is finished. If your Milan plant refuses to bloom for a long time, then aside from environmental issues, it is caused by improper fertilizing!

Because the Milan plant can bloom many times, this shows that its "appetite" is big, so the nutrients supporting it must also be sufficient, especially when you notice its flower buds are green, as that is even more the time to fertilize. We can mix a little compound fertilizer with water to give it a boost. Remember to control the amount, applying it once every half month is enough, this way it can not only ensure smooth blooming, but also help extend the flowering period.

Alternatively, we can add a little monopotassium phosphate to water, put it in a spray bottle, and spray the leaves of the Milan plant, or pour it into the soil, both of which can promote flowering. Although the Milan plant's glossy green leaves are also very attractive, it is at its most beautiful when those golden yellow flowers open, and you can also smell the faint floral fragrance!

There is also the issue of soil, because the Milan plant likes to live in a slightly acidic environment, otherwise it will directly affect its growth, let alone flowering. If you notice the leaves starting to turn yellow, that means we need to improve the soil condition for it. You can water it once every half month with alum fertilizer water, but remember it must be diluted with water before use, otherwise the concentration will be too high and will directly cause the plant to die.

As for the environment, we should put it in a place with plenty of sunlight, and remember to ensure ventilation. Because the Milan plant loves sunlight very much, giving it plenty of sun is absolutely no problem. Of course, since the midday sun in summer is really too strong, we need to put up a shade net for it; at other times there is no need to bother, and moreover, with sufficient light, the flowers of the Milan plant will be even more fragrant!