Can Crown of Thorns be kept indoors? Master these methods and it will be easy to grow
Among the vast sea of flowers, one evergreen herbaceous plant is undoubtedly the most popular, and that is Crown of Thorns, also called Christ Thorn by some flower shop owners. After it blooms, the flowers are small and exquisite; as for flower color, most of the time it has bright red bracts and small yellow flowers, like gems set among green leaves, making people fall in love with it. In addition, its vitality is tenacious, so it can be said that giving it a little care will return you a grand bloom, so its flower language carries the meaning of "perseverance," and it can be given to friends in adversity or classmates who failed an exam as the most sincere encouragement.
Generally speaking, Crown of Thorns has a long flowering period, and it is said that with proper care it can bloom all year round. After buying it and bringing it home, it is suitable to place it indoors in a bright spot with scattered light, such as a windowsill or beside a desk, so that it can meet its light needs without being directly exposed to strong sunlight. As for watering in normal times, it has a relatively high demand for water, but it cannot be overwatered. In general, keeping the soil slightly moist is enough. During the high-temperature period in summer, it needs to be misted on the leaves every day to cool it down and keep it moist, while in winter the frequency of watering should be reduced.
As for soil, Crown of Thorns does not have high soil requirements; as long as you choose loose, well-drained soil, there is basically no problem. If you want to mix it yourself, you can use leaf mold, garden soil and sand at a ratio of 1:1:1 to provide sufficient nutrients and air permeability. As for the fertilizer needed for growing flowers and plants, during the spring and summer growing seasons, it is recommended to apply a compound fertilizer once a month to promote growth and flowering, while in autumn and winter, fertilization can be stopped, because at this time Crown of Thorns enters its dormant period.
As for pruning, regular pruning is needed, because the flowers of Crown of Thorns usually tend to bloom at the tips of new branches. If it is allowed to grow freely for a long time, its main branches will become too long, which will affect the number of flowers. Therefore, in order to promote a healthier plant, after the flowering period you can cut short the overly long and irregularly growing branches. It is recommended that 2 new branches will grow below the cut on the branch, and when the new branches grow to 5-6cm they can bloom. Through the above home care measures, Crown of Thorns can grow healthily at home, adding a touch of vitality and color to the household environment.