How to grow camellias? A step-by-step guide to cultivation methods and precautions
Camellia, also known as camellia. It is one of China's traditional famous flowers. Apart from China, only Japan has a small distribution. So how do you grow camellias? What precautions are there? Let the editor below clear up your doubts~
I. Camellia cultivation methods
1. Soil
The requirements for soil are very strict, especially for potting soil. Generally, you should choose slightly acidic soil, preferably soil containing humus.
2. Temperature
Camellias are also sensitive to temperature. Only between 18 and 25 degrees is most suitable for their growth. They cannot freeze in winter, and cannot be exposed to the sun in summer. They need to be kept warm indoors. Yet they still need sunlight.
3. Watering
Camellias like moisture. So you must replenish water in time. In summer, transpiration is high, so you can water more. During the winter dormant period, watering once every 2 to 3 days is enough
4. Fertilizing
If it is a plant, it must be fertilized; only with fertilizing will it look good. During the growing season of camellias, pay special attention to fertilizing. To make future blooms vivid, you also need to add phosphorus fertilizer. But too much is as bad as too little, so you still cannot apply too much, as it will affect the roots
5. Pruning
It is still that saying: too much is as bad as too little. Survival of the fittest, cultivation of the elite. Excess flower buds, branches and leaves should be pruned when necessary. This can promote nutrient absorption, ensuring every flower that blooms is large and vivid
II. Precautions for camellias
1. Pests and diseases
Camellias are the most prone to pests and diseases, almost impossible to guard against. Moreover, black mold disease causes extremely high damage to the plant. So remember to spray pesticides
2. Choose the pot well
If it is potted. Then the size of the pot is very particular. Generally, a camellia 40 to 50 cm tall with a 20 to 25 crown width needs a pot with a 20 cm diameter, and so on.
Alright, that is all for the introduction to camellia cultivation methods and precautions. Everyone, hurry up and take action, and grow your camellias well~