How to Grow Anthurium Taller? A Detailed Guide to Care Methods
1. Suitable Temperature
It is very shade-tolerant, and it likes warmth and fears cold, so when growing it, keeping the temperature between 19 and 25 degrees is most suitable. Do not let the temperature drop below 13 degrees, and it should not exceed 32 degrees. If it is too cold in winter, you can move it indoors, or cover it with a plastic bag to prevent it from getting frostbitten.
2. Water in a Timely Manner
It likes moist places and is very afraid of drought. In spring and summer, water it once every 1 to 2 days so the potting soil stays moist at all times but without waterlogging. Then when it blooms, water it less. When the temperature is higher in summer, spray some water on its leaves every morning. Then in autumn and winter, you can appropriately adjust the watering frequency to about once a week, but the watering time must not be chosen at night, because the temperature is too low at night and will freeze it.
3. The Soil Should Be Loose
It likes loose soil. When choosing soil, we can buy it directly from a flower shop, or mix it ourselves, so that sufficient nutrients can be supplied to it.
4. Reasonable Lighting
It likes shady places and is not suited to too much sun, but it also cannot do without any sun at all, because appropriate light can promote its growth in height. During its flowering period, light can be reduced, but in winter, it is best to place it in a spot with plenty of light, and there is no need to shade it.
5. Fertilize Frequently
Appropriate fertilization can promote its growth. We can apply a little nitrogen-phosphorus-potassium fertilizer to it, once every 5 to 10 days. In addition, fertilization can be done together with watering, and the best time to apply it is in the morning or evening.
6. Prevent and Control Pests and Diseases
During its growing period, it is always prone to some pests and diseases. At this time, we can spray it with a fungicide once, with once a month being best.