The Chinese yew has powerful value and uses, but how do you grow it? These precautions you need to know
Many people may like to eat red beans, so what kind of plant is the Chinese yew? It is completely different from red beans. It is an evergreen tree, and it also has another name, Guanyin yew.
Because the Chinese yew originally first grew in the Yangtze River basin, it relatively likes warm and humid environments, and it grows very slowly. If you want to plant it in a pot, it is best to choose acidic soil, then place it in a spot at a temperature of 20 to 30 degrees. During the growth process of the Chinese yew, be sure to remember to fertilize it often, and its potted plant needs cake fertilizer water. Also note that it needs to be repotted every year, and each time you repot it, be sure to add some fertilizer at the bottom of the pot.
The Chinese yew likes humid environments, but it is still very afraid of too much watering. So in spring, it is best to water it once every two or three days. In summer the temperature is very high, so it needs to be watered every morning, and if you find its soil is relatively dry in the evening, it is best to spray some water on it. When watering it in the evening, it is best to use a dedicated watering spray bottle, because this can not only water the leaves, but also increase the air humidity, which is more favorable for its growth and also favorable for its absorption. Autumn is the same as spring. Watering once every two or three days is enough, or less water is also fine, once a week is enough. In winter the temperature is very low, so it does not need frequent watering; only clean its leaves once every half month and keep the soil moist. The Chinese yew does not have high requirements for soil, but be sure to remember to water it. Moisture is very important to it.
The Chinese yew has strong drought resistance. It can withstand low temperatures of more than 20 degrees below zero, so there is no need to worry too much about its temperature in winter. From April to October it is in a relatively vigorous growth stage, and during this stage you must ensure its temperature is not too high. The Chinese yew relatively likes warm environments, so it is not tolerant of strong light, so in summer be sure to remember to shade it and not put it on a balcony for direct sun exposure.
When watering the Chinese yew, pay attention to water quality and do not use dirty water. For watering, it is best to use natural rainwater or flowing river water or lake water, because these waters are favorable for its growth, and the water temperature is best similar to the air temperature, not too high or too low. In summer, do not directly use tap water; be sure to let it sit for a period of time before using it for watering. This must be noted, otherwise it will wilt, and then it will be very hard to save.
The dormant period of the Chinese yew is very long. During its seedling stage it needs shading, and because its growth is relatively slow, only Chinese yews grown for two years can be transplanted, and when transplanting, some of the original soil should be kept.