How to water a Ginseng Ficus? Master "dry-wet cycle" watering, and water less after repotting

Growing Techniques Jan 1, 1970 0 views

As an ornamental plant, the Ginseng Ficus not only has an unusually beautiful, peculiar root, but its branches and leaves are also very lush and green, making it very pleasing to the eye. However, maintaining the beauty of a Ginseng Ficus is not so easy; along the way it requires careful care from us, especially when it comes to watering, which must be done properly

1. How to water a Ginseng Ficus, timing/methods

Watering is a technical skill; it not only tests a person's patience but also adds to the fun of growing plants. So when growing a Ginseng Ficus, everyone must be clear about the watering method for the Ginseng Ficus, so that it can be grown well. As for how to water a Ginseng Ficus, the editor will give you a detailed introduction from two aspects: watering time and watering method.

2. Watering methods for the Ginseng Ficus

(1) When to water a Ginseng Ficus: keep it "dry-wet cycle"

To answer this question, we first need to understand one of the Ginseng Ficus's growth habits: the Ginseng Ficus likes a humid environment, but it is very afraid of waterlogged soil. So when watering a Ginseng Ficus, you should follow the "dry-wet cycle": keep the soil moist normally, and when you find the soil is no longer on the moist side, you can water it.

(2) Watering amount at different stages

① Watering in spring and autumn

This is the growing season of the Ginseng Ficus. Because it likes a humid environment, do not let the soil become dry; when you find the soil is no longer on the moist side, water it. In addition, at this time the Ginseng Ficus should be given plenty of light, which can prevent the Ginseng Ficus from dropping leaves and thereby affecting its ornamental value.

② Watering in summer

Although the temperature is high at this time and water evaporates quickly, the plant grows slowly, so the amount of water should be reduced compared with spring and autumn; just keep the soil slightly moist. However, while watering, you should also frequently spray water on the leaf surface and the surrounding area. In addition, in summer, try to water when the temperature is lower, in the early morning or evening, and the water temperature is best the same as room temperature.

③ Watering in winter

At this time the temperature is low and water evaporates slowly, so water even less; just keep the soil slightly moist or on the dry side. The water temperature should also be the same as room temperature; you can first place it on a windowsill where sunlight can shine in to warm up, then water.

(3) Watering after repotting a Ginseng Ficus

In order for the Ginseng Ficus to grow better, you should repot it once every two years. The time for repotting is generally in spring. Note that after repotting, water only a small amount, and never water too much. When the temperature stabilizes above 20°C, resume the normal spring and autumn watering routine.

(4) Precautions for watering a Ginseng Ficus

1. Remember, never wait until the potting soil is too dry before starting to water;

2. Watering must be moderate, neither too much nor too little, otherwise symptoms such as yellowing Ginseng Ficus leaves or blackening Ginseng Ficus leaves will appear. When watering too much, loosen the soil in time to let the soil breathe more; when watering too little, do not make up the full amount all at once; you can first spray water on the plant surface, then water a small amount.

That's all the editor has to introduce about the watering methods for the Ginseng Ficus. After reading this, everyone should be more confident about growing a Ginseng Ficus! Overall, the cultivation method for the Ginseng Ficus is not difficult; the difficulty lies in some details, especially watering, which must be moderate and timely. Only in this way can you grow a beautiful Ginseng Ficus!

Watering a Ginseng Ficus

Actually, the care method for the Ginseng Ficus is very simple, but when it comes to watering, it is somewhat particular.

1. The soil for growing a Ginseng Ficus should be kept slightly moist; it must not be too wet and form waterlogging, nor should it be on the dry side. So when watering, judge the amount of water by observing the state of the soil. If you cannot judge, you can use water leaking from the small holes at the bottom of the pot and no standing water on the pot surface as the standard for watering.

2. Note that during the period when the Ginseng Ficus is growing new buds, it should not be watered too much; control the water amount to two-thirds of the usual amount. This can make the branches slightly shorter and make the leaf color more vivid.

3. When the weather is hot, in addition to keeping the soil moist, you also need to spray water on the leaves and branches of the Ginseng Ficus.

How to water a Ginseng Ficus?

Watering time and method for the Ginseng Ficus:

When growing a Ginseng Ficus daily, keep the soil slightly moist, but it really dislikes waterlogging, so when watering you must control the amount of water well;

During the growing season there must be enough water; never let the soil become on the dry side. When you find the soil is no longer on the moist side, you can water it. At the same time, pay attention to sufficient sunlight, which can effectively prevent the Ginseng Ficus from dropping a large number of leaves and seriously affecting its ornamental state;

During the growth period of new branches and buds, reduce watering. This can make the newly grown branches slightly shorter, and the leaves can become thicker and fuller, with a more vivid color;

In summer, in addition to keeping the soil slightly moist, you should also frequently spray water on the leaf surface and the surrounding area.

The Ginseng Ficus should be repotted once every two years, and the repotting time is generally chosen in spring. After repotting, water only a small amount, and never water too much; when the temperature rises above 20°C, you can resume the normal watering method.

Precautions for watering a Ginseng Ficus:

Never wait until the potting soil is too dry before watering; you can let the potting soil be on the moist side, but it must not be on the dry side.

Watering too much or too little will cause the leaves of the Ginseng Ficus to turn yellow. When too much, loosen the soil in time to let the soil breathe more; when too little, do not make up the full amount all at once; you can first spray water on the plant surface, then water a small amount.