What are the care tips for Clivia miniata (kafir lily) in the hot season?
The suitable temperature for Clivia miniata is 20~25°C. When the temperature exceeds 30°C, it enters a dormant state. This is the most difficult period to care for Clivia miniata; improper care can easily lead to yellowing and wilting leaves, rotten stems and rotten roots. To help Clivia miniata get safely through the hot summer, the following measures are needed:
1. Shade and cool down. In midsummer, place the flower pot in an air-conditioned room for ventilation and cooling. If there is no air conditioning, place the pot at the window of a north-facing room, taking care to open the window for ventilation, or place it under the shade of a large tree in the courtyard. Spray water 3~4 times a day, and water thoroughly once every 2~2 days.
2. Spread coarse sand to cool down. Spread a layer of coarse sand on a north-facing balcony, then place the flower pot on the surface of the coarse sand, and sprinkle water on the coarse sand 3~4 times a day. When the moisture contained in the coarse sand evaporates, it absorbs heat from the air, thereby achieving the cooling effect.
3. Water tank cooling. Place a piece of hard miscellaneous wood board or a precast cement slab on top of a water trough filled with cold water, then place the flower pot on the wood board or cement slab. As the water is heated and continuously evaporates, it can both increase air humidity and lower the air temperature. In addition, pay attention to watering in the right amount; if watered too much, the potting soil becomes excessively moist and easily causes root rot. At the same time, restrict fertilizing: if the temperature cannot drop below 25°C, generally do not fertilize; if it can drop below 25°C, apply a dilute liquid fertilizer once every 15~20 days to promote growth, so that it does not rest or shortens its dormant period.
How to care for Clivia miniata in the hot season
China Landscape Web, July 21 news: Clivia miniata likes a warm, humid and semi-shaded environment. Summer is hot, which is very unfavorable for the growth of Clivia miniata, and a series of cooling-centered care measures need to be taken.
Shade and cool down:In summerthe light is intense, so shading measures must be taken. At this time it is best to let it receive 2 hours of morning light each day; under a grape trellis or the shade of a large tree is even more ideal. Because in thisenvironment, the temperature in places with direct sunlight is 5-10°C, and ventilation is good.
Watering to cool down: In summer, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day, use a small sprayer to spray water on the leaf surface several times, and at the same time sprinkle water on the ground, which both lowers the temperature within the area and increases air humidity.
Spread sand to cool down: Spread a thick layer of coarse sand on the balcony, then place the Clivia miniata pot on the surface of the sand. In summer, sprinkle water on the sand surface 2-3 times a day to lower the temperature.
Proper watering: Generallysoilmoisture content is best kept at around 30%.
Restrict fertilizing: In summer, if the air temperature can be lowered below 25°C, apply a dilute liquid fertilizer once every half month; this can shorten dormancy or prevent dormancy in Clivia miniata and make it bloom earlier. If the temperature is above 25°C, stop fertilizing, otherwise root rot is likely.
How to care for Clivia miniata in the hot season
Clivia miniata likes a warm, humid and semi-shaded environment. Summer is hot, which is very unfavorable for the growth of Clivia miniata, and a series of cooling-centered care measures need to be taken.
(1) Shading: In summer the light is intense, so shading measures must be taken. At this time it is best to let it receive 2 hours of morning light each day; under a grape trellis or the shade of a large tree is even more ideal. Because in this environment, the temperature in places with direct sunlight is 5-10°C, and ventilation is good.
(2) Watering: In summer, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day, use a small sprayer to spray water on the leaf surface several times, and at the same time sprinkle water on the ground, which both lowers the temperature within the area and increases air humidity. Generally, soil moisture content is best kept at around 30%.
(3) Spreading sand: Spread a thick layer of coarse sand on the balcony, then place the Clivia miniata pot on the surface of the sand. In summer, sprinkle water on the sand surface 2-3 times a day to lower the temperature.
(4) Restrict fertilizing: In summer, if the air temperature can be lowered below 25°C, apply a dilute liquid fertilizer once every half month; this can shorten dormancy or prevent dormancy in Clivia miniata and make it bloom earlier. If the temperature is above 25°C, stop fertilizing, otherwise root rot is likely.