Anthurium care methods for all four seasons: control light and temperature and position it correctly
Temperature and humidity differ from season to season, so when growing anthuriums, the care methods differ for each season. So what should the four-season care method for anthurium be? Below we introduce it in detail from the four seasons of spring, summer, autumn and winter.
Anthurium care methods for all four seasons
When growing anthuriums, in principle you can refer to the anthurium cultivation methods and precautions, but specifically you need to adjust according to light, humidity and temperature; only when the environment is most suitable can it grow and develop more ideally.
1. Spring care for anthurium
1. Control of light
Spring sunlight is not very strong, so in the morning or evening you can place the plant outdoors for care, but at midday and at the end of spring when sunlight gradually strengthens, you should move the anthurium to a shady place for care; this is the most basic common knowledge in the four-season care method for anthurium.
2. Changing the potting soil
Most potted plants should have their potting soil changed once a year, and the most suitable time to change it is spring, so when the spring temperature reaches above 15°C, you can change the potting soil for the anthurium. The soil should mainly be fertile, loose and with good drainage.
3. Topdressing
At this time the anthurium gradually resumes growth, so its nutrient needs begin to increase; therefore in the four-season care method for anthurium, topdressing should be done in spring, and you can apply a topdressing every 10 days of diluted 10 times liquid fertilizer mixed with an equal amount of 1000 times potassium dihydrogen phosphate solution.
4. Best care position
At this time the most suitable care position is a balcony facing east, south or west.
2. Summer care for anthurium
1. Light control
Summer is the season when sunlight is relatively strong, and anthurium fears strong light most, so at this time you should shade the anthurium and not let it be exposed to direct sunlight.
2. Water more
In summer water evaporates quickly, so in summer you should water more, in order to keep the soil moist and ensure the anthurium can absorb enough water.
3. Pay attention to moisture retention
Anthurium has relatively high humidity requirements, and in summer a high-humidity environment should be maintained; misting is very necessary, and you can mist the leaf surfaces or around the plant.
4. Best care position
In summer the best position is a semi-shady indoor spot with good ventilation; you can also place it on a balcony that does not get sunlight for care.
3. How to care for anthurium in autumn
1. Increase light
In autumn the temperature gradually drops, and at this time you can appropriately increase light; if the temperature is relatively low, you can let it receive light in a place with ample sunlight.
2. Reduce watering frequency
In autumn you can appropriately reduce watering frequency, as long as the soil can be kept moist; and when the temperature drops to 18°C, watering can be changed to once every 3 days.
3. Control fertilizing
When the temperature drops below 18°C, you should stop fertilizing, because at this time the anthurium grows slowly and its demand for fertilizer is very low; too much fertilizer may cause phenomena such as yellowing leaves.
4. Best care position
A balcony with ample light, such as a balcony facing east or north.
4. How to care for anthurium in winter
1. Supplemental lighting
Winter is the time when light is relatively weak, and at this time you should help the anthurium supplement light; it helps the anthurium quickly resume growth after spring, but note that the light must not be too strong.
2. Keep warm
Usually in winter the temperature drops below 10°C, and this temperature may cause frost damage to the anthurium, so you must pay attention to keeping it warm; you can put a plastic bag over it or move the anthurium indoors.
3. Stop fertilizing
In winter the growth of the anthurium is at a standstill, and at this time you must not fertilize it, to avoid the phenomenon of fertilizer-induced yellowing.
4. Best care position
A warm indoor spot; or a balcony facing east, south or west.
Anthurium care methods for all four seasons
Spring care methods for anthurium
Placement position
In spring it is suitable to place it on a balcony facing east, south or west.
Repotting
Spring is a good time to repot anthurium; when the temperature reaches 15°C, you can repot it. (Usually young plants are repotted once a year, and mature plants once every 2~3 years.) For repotting, choose soil rich in humus, fertile, loose and with good drainage.
Light requirements
Anthurium flowers fear direct strong light and prefer semi-shade. In early spring the temperature is relatively low, and when the temperature exceeds 25°C, the plant should be placed in a sunny spot for care. In late spring sunlight gradually strengthens, so move the plant to a semi-shady place for cultivation. Anthurium has a very long flowering period, and appropriate light can keep it flowering continuously. If it is kept in a relatively dim environment for a long time, it will affect the plant's flowering and make the leaves lose their luster.
Fertilizing and moisture retention
When the spring temperature is above 20°C, the anthurium flower begins to grow new leaves; once new leaves appear, start topdressing. In the early leafing stage the potting soil should be kept moist, and after the leaves emerge increase the amount of watering to keep the potting soil moist.
Summer care methods for anthurium
Placement position
In summer it is suitable to place it on a balcony facing east, south or west.
Watering and moisture retention
Anthurium flowers grow in hot, humid tropical rainforests, so summer is the peak growing season for anthurium flowers; in terms of management you should keep the soil moist, pay attention to supplementing air humidity, and fertilize regularly. Water according to the degree of dryness or moisture of the soil; when dry, water, when wet, wait.
Avoid strong light
Anthurium flowers fear strong light and should be placed in a bright or semi-shady spot for cultivation. Summer sunlight is relatively strong, so do not expose the plant completely outdoors; shade it appropriately. At summer noon, you can appropriately sprinkle water around the plant to cool it down.
Autumn care methods for anthurium
Placement position
In autumn it is suitable to place it on a balcony facing east or north.
Gradually increase light
In autumn the weather gradually turns cooler; appropriately increase low-temperature light in the morning and evening, and move the plant to a semi-shady place for care. When the temperature is relatively low, it can receive light all day.
Temperature control and moisture retention
When the autumn temperature drops to 20°C, pay attention to controlling the temperature indoors or on the balcony, and gradually reduce watering frequency, but keep the potting soil moist. Pay attention to increasing air humidity and mist in time. When the temperature drops below 18°C, stop fertilizing.
Winter care methods for anthurium
Placement position
In winter it is suitable to place it on a balcony facing east, south or west.
Increasing temperature and moisture retention
Anthurium flowers are not cold-tolerant; the winter temperature should be kept above 15°C, otherwise it cannot bloom. When the temperature is below 10°C, anthurium flowers are prone to freezing. In winter, control the indoor temperature at 15~20°C and keep the potting soil moist. If an air conditioner is used to raise the temperature, sprinkle water around the anthurium at noon to increase air humidity.
Supplemental lighting
In winter, sufficient light is beneficial for anthurium flowers to bloom; when light is sufficient, anthurium flowers bloom more and the flower color is vivid. Therefore the potted plant should be placed in a spot with light for cultivation. But when light is too strong, the leaf color easily turns yellow, which is not good for viewing, so the strong midday light should be shaded. After flowering, the potted plant can be placed in a bright room for viewing.
Different in each of the four seasons - four-season care methods for anthurium
Anthurium flowers are bright red like fire, and the leaves are so green they seem to drip, forming an extremely beautiful picture, thus attracting many flower lovers to grow them. To grow anthuriums well, appropriate care methods are indispensable, and the care methods even need to be detailed down to the four seasons of the year. So next, the editor will introduce the four-season care methods for anthurium.
Image: Four-season care methods for anthurium
1. Spring care methods for anthurium
1. Placement position
In spring it is suitable to place it on a balcony facing east, south or west.
2. Repotting
Spring is a good time to repot anthurium; when the temperature reaches 15°C, you can repot it. (Usually young plants are repotted once a year, and mature plants once every 2~3 years.) For repotting, choose soil rich in humus, fertile, loose and with good drainage.
3. Light requirements
Anthurium flowers fear direct strong light and prefer semi-shade. In early spring the temperature is relatively low, and when the temperature exceeds 25°C, the plant should be placed in a sunny spot for care. In late spring sunlight gradually strengthens, so move the plant to a semi-shady place for cultivation. Anthurium has a very long flowering period, and appropriate light can keep it flowering continuously. If it is kept in a relatively dim environment for a long time, it will affect the plant's flowering and make the leaves lose their luster.
4. Fertilizing and moisture retention
When the spring temperature is above 20°C, the anthurium flower begins to grow new leaves; once new leaves appear, start topdressing. In the early leafing stage the potting soil should be kept moist, and after the leaves emerge increase the amount of watering to keep the potting soil moist.
Image: Four-season care methods for anthurium
2. Summer care methods for anthurium
1. Placement position
In summer it is suitable to place it on a balcony facing east, south or west.
2. Watering and moisture retention
Anthurium flowers grow in hot, humid tropical rainforests, so summer is the peak growing season for anthurium flowers; in terms of management you should keep the soil moist, pay attention to supplementing air humidity, and fertilize regularly. Water according to the degree of dryness or moisture of the soil; when dry, water, when wet, wait.
3. Avoid strong light
Anthurium flowers fear strong light and should be placed in a bright or semi-shady spot for cultivation. Summer sunlight is relatively strong, so do not expose the plant completely outdoors; shade it appropriately. At summer noon, you can appropriately sprinkle water around the plant to cool it down.
Image: Four-season care methods for anthurium
3. Autumn care methods for anthurium
1. Placement position
In autumn it is suitable to place it on a balcony facing east or north.
2. Gradually increase light
In autumn the weather gradually turns cooler; appropriately increase low-temperature light in the morning and evening, and move the plant to a semi-shady place for care. When the temperature is relatively low, it can receive light all day.
3. Temperature control and moisture retention
When the autumn temperature drops to 20°C, pay attention to controlling the temperature indoors or on the balcony, and gradually reduce watering frequency, but keep the potting soil moist. Pay attention to increasing air humidity and mist in time. When the temperature drops below 18°C, stop fertilizing.
Image: Four-season care methods for anthurium
4. Winter care methods for anthurium
1. Placement position
In winter it is suitable to place it on a balcony facing east, south or west.
2. Increasing temperature and moisture retention
Anthurium flowers are not cold-tolerant; the winter temperature should be kept above 15°C, otherwise it cannot bloom. When the temperature is below 10°C, anthurium flowers are prone to freezing. In winter, control the indoor temperature at 15~20°C and keep the potting soil moist. If an air conditioner is used to raise the temperature, sprinkle water around the anthurium at noon to increase air humidity.
3. Supplemental lighting
In winter, sufficient light is beneficial for anthurium flowers to bloom; when light is sufficient, anthurium flowers bloom more and the flower color is vivid. Therefore the potted plant should be placed in a spot with light for cultivation. But when light is too strong, the leaf color easily turns yellow, which is not good for viewing, so the strong midday light should be shaded. After flowering, the potted plant can be placed in a bright room for viewing.
The above is an introduction to the four-season care methods for anthurium. Throughout the year the climate and temperature change greatly, so when caring for anthurium, flower lovers need to pay extra attention and adopt appropriate care methods according to the climate changes.