How to fertilize Clivia in spring? Master these methods

Clivia is a plant that quite likes fertilizer. Apart from the hot summer, it needs regular fertilizing in the other seasons. Spring is exactly the season when Clivia grows vigorously, so fertilizing is naturally indispensable. But spring fertilizing also requires attention: there are several kinds of fertilizer that must not be used, otherwise the roots will rot or the seedlings will die. So how should Clivia be fertilized in spring? Follow the editor and take a look.

I. Misconceptions about spring fertilizing

1. Raw fertilizer

Many friends have the habit of making fertilizer at home. This not only saves money on fertilizer but also reuses waste. However, when fertilizing Clivia in spring, you must use fermented, fully rotted fertilizer. Raw fertilizer that has not been composted and rotted must not be used. Fertilizer fermentation requires a relatively high temperature. Spring temperatures are low, and many friends' fertilizers are made in autumn and winter. With low winter temperatures, fertilizer ferments slowly; at high summer temperatures it ferments quickly in a month, while in winter it takes several months. If fertilizer is applied without being fermented, it will continue to ferment inside the flower pot, and the heat produced will burn Clivia's root system, causing yellow leaves and wilting, and even the death of the whole plant.

2. Concentrated fertilizer

Clivia's root system is also a fleshy root. In spring the roots begin to sprout new roots, and the new roots are rather tender. If concentrated fertilizer is applied, it will cause great damage to them. When fertilizing in spring, if it is a solid fertilizer, strictly follow the number of grams on the instructions; if it is a liquid fertilizer, also strictly follow the ratio on the instructions to mix with water. If it is homemade fertilizer, also adopt the principle of rather less than more. If growth is found to be slow after fertilizing, it means too little fertilizer was applied, and a small amount of fertilizer can be top-dressed after a month.

3. Misuse of fertilizer types

Clivia has different fertilizer needs at different growth stages. If it is accidentally given a fertilizer that does not suit that stage, it will also affect its growth. So fertilizing must be targeted, and fertilizers must not be misused.

II. Spring fertilizing methods

Spring is Clivia's growing season. After the temperature rises, it grows very fast. At this time, mainly nitrogen and potassium fertilizers are supplemented to promote growth, but monopotassium phosphate is not suitable for use in this period. It is recommended to use various organic fertilizers such as bone meal and well-rotted cow and sheep manure. Spring is Clivia's flowering season. If there is no pollination and fruit set at this time, fertilizing is relatively simple: a balanced application of microbial compound fertilizer can meet Clivia's growth needs, no need for too much each time, 5-10 granules is enough, or use slow-release fertilizer; slow-release fertilizer has a relatively long fertilizer effect and can last three months.

The above is an introduction to how to fertilize Clivia in spring. I hope it can help you. To learn more related knowledge, please stay tuned to us.