Buy an azalea and it dies every time? Learn the care tips and it will bloom beautifully

Choosing a flower pot

For the pot, a clay pot is more suitable, as it has better aeration. Since azaleas have shallow roots and grow slowly, you can choose a smaller pot, so water is not wasted when watering, and it is also better for growth. For the potting soil, use a loose, well-draining acidic soil.

Watering

The roots of azaleas are very fine and their absorption capacity is also poor, and water must be absorbed through the roots before it can reach the plant, so watering azaleas is a technical job: water too much and the roots rot easily, water too little and the leaves dry out.

Generally speaking, in early spring we only need to keep the potting soil moist. In late spring and early summer, when it is preparing to bloom, its water demand increases greatly, so water a little more.

In summer, when the temperature is too high, besides watering, also spray some water on the plant. In autumn, when the weather turns cool, water needs to be moderately controlled, and the potting soil can be allowed to dry out slightly. In winter, after it enters dormancy, watering should be reduced.

Light

During azalea cultivation, you must always ensure it gets sufficient light, because only with sufficient light will it bloom well. In the hot summer, it must not be put out in the blazing sun; shading measures should be strengthened to prevent it from being scorched. In addition, during the blooming season, appropriate protection should also be provided; a shade net can be used for protection, because it also must not be exposed to the blazing sun during the flowering period.

Fertilizing

Proper fertilizing can make azaleas grow thicker and faster. As with most indoor flower cultivation, the fertilizing principle for azaleas is also "light fertilizer, applied often," that is, apply a little at a time, and it can be applied several times.

When old leaves turn green, during flowering, and after flowering, fertilize appropriately two to three times. During hot, high-temperature weather, absolutely do not fertilize. For azalea cultivation and fertilizing, fishy water, rapeseed cake and similar materials can be used, but they must all be fully decomposed before use. If diseased or weak branches are found, prune them off promptly to prevent them from affecting the healthy growth of other branches.

Suitable temperature

The most suitable temperature for azalea growth is 15-25°C. In spring or autumn, try to let it grow within this temperature range. In summer, when the temperature is relatively high, pay attention to temperature control, and it must not exceed 32°C at most. In winter, when the temperature is relatively low, move it indoors promptly and keep the temperature above 5°C.

Pruning

Pruning. Azaleas grow relatively fast and easily become very dense, which causes many inner branches and leaves to get no light and be unable to grow healthily. So prune it promptly; this not only makes it look better but also makes it healthier.

Repotting

Repotting. Azalea growth consumes nutrients in the soil, and after one or two years of cultivation, the nutrients in the soil will have been absorbed completely by it. At this time, you need to replace it with new nutrient-rich soil so it can continue to grow healthily.

The master's summary

Many flower lovers say azaleas are very hard to grow, dying one after another, especially in summer, when they die even more easily, and then they never dare to touch azaleas again. I have also killed them before and could not figure out why, but now I finally understand. In fact, you only need to remember 3 points to grow them well: do not expose them to the midday sun, find ways to increase humidity, and water promptly.

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