How to grow hydroponic pothos so it grows fast? Practical care tips to share

Compared with soil culture, hydroponic pothos grows relatively slowly, and no matter how well you care for it, it is not as good as soil culture, but hydroponic pothos is simple to care for, and for lazy people it is the simplest method. So how can you make hydroponic pothos grow faster than expected?

The water level must not be too high

Hydroponic pothos must not have all its roots submerged in water; 1/3 of the roots should be exposed outside, and the leaves must not touch the water, so as to avoid rot affecting water quality. Do not change the water too often, once every half a month, and during that period just top up the water when it runs low.

In addition, for hydroponic pothos you should choose a wide-mouthed container, so that the branches and leaves have enough space to grow, and the water surface has a sufficiently large contact area with the air, so oxygen is more plentiful.

Trim roots + sunbathing

Every time you change the water, promptly cut off the soft old roots (many flower lovers overlook this), which can save part of the nutrients. In addition, place the pothos somewhere it can get sun, let it see more sunlight, and ensure air circulation.

Stop keeping fish

Keeping fish in the container of hydroponic pothos is partly for aesthetics, and the organic matter produced by the goldfish can provide nutrients for the pothos and also prevent green moss in the water. However, goldfish consume oxygen in the water, and the pothos grows slowly because of insufficient oxygen.

So if you want hydroponic pothos to grow fast, you had better take the fish out.

Use nutrient solution

Adding nutrient solution is a way to promote the growth of pothos, but it is not suitable for long-term use. Each time you change the water, add just 2~3 drops to the water. With nutrient solution added, green algae may appear in the hydroponic container, so when changing the water you should clean the container thoroughly. (Nutrient solution is the last resort.)

Bingo, this article is the advanced version of pothos cultivation. If you are a beginner at growing flowers, you should still learn to crawl first, and then run. After buying a pot of pothos and bringing it home, first understand the basic situation of pothos, as well as the cultivation methods and precautions for pothos. As long as you truly put in the effort, the pothos will not let you down.

How to grow hydroponic pothos so it grows fast

Hydroponic pothos must not have all its roots submerged in water; the water level only needs to cover its roots, and 1/3 of the roots should be exposed outside, and the leaves must not touch the water. If the leaves are also soaking in the water, it will not only pollute the water source, but also cause the plant to lack oxygen and rot. Do not change the water too often, once every half a month, and during that period just top up the water when it runs low.

In addition, for hydroponic pothos you should choose a wide-mouthed container, so that the branches and leaves have enough space to grow, and the water surface has a sufficiently large contact area with the air, so oxygen is more plentiful.

Hydroponic pothos cannot rely only on the water in its lower half; its leaves also need to maintain humidity. Use a cold wet towel or toilet paper to gently wipe the leaf surface, so the leaf humidity will increase and the plant will grow more vigorously!

Every time you change the water, promptly cut off the soft old roots (many flower lovers overlook this), which can save part of the nutrients. In addition, place the pothos somewhere it can get sun, let it see more sunlight, and ensure air circulation.

If you keep fish in the container of hydroponic pothos, the goldfish will consume a lot of oxygen in the water, and the pothos will grow slowly because of insufficient oxygen. So when flower lovers grow hydroponic pothos, if they want the pothos to grow fast, they should still not keep fish in the container of hydroponic pothos.

Adding nutrient solution to pothos is one of the ways to promote the growth of pothos, but adding nutrient solution is not suitable for long-term use. Each time you change the water, add just 2~3 drops to the water. With nutrient solution added, green algae may appear in the hydroponic container, so when changing the water you should clean the container thoroughly.

How to grow hydroponic pothos so it grows fast

Many dear readers want to get the practical "secret recipe" for growing hydroponic pothos, but there is no shortcut to growing flowers and plants. Only by understanding the growth habits of the plant and cultivating it according to those habits can it grow better. How should hydroponic pothos be cared for correctly? Come and take a sneak peek!

1. Temperature. The suitable temperature for pothos growth is 20°C-30°C, and the overwintering temperature should not be lower than 15°C. By regulating the room temperature according to this temperature range, the pothos can grow faster.

2. Light. Pothos needs photosynthesis, but its tendency to lean toward the sun is not strong. Usually you just need to place it on a closed balcony and it is OK. In winter, you should open the windows as little as possible to prevent frost damage from too low a temperature.

3. Water. Hydroponic pothos should be topped up frequently and the water changed less often. When topping up, spray water at the places where aerial roots grow, and also spray a small amount of water on the leaves. This can ensure that the small environment in which the pothos grows has relatively high humidity, so as not to cause the leaves to lack water and turn yellow.

4. Fertilizer. Hydroponic pothos needs a certain amount of nutrient solution to maintain nutrient balance. Spring, summer and autumn are the vigorous growth periods of pothos. At this time, add a small amount of special plant nutrient solution to the water every 15 days, and the roots and stems of the pothos can get better care. Winter is its dormant period, and the fertilizing amount can be reduced to once every 2 months.