Tips for watering asparagus fern: grow one plant for ten years with lush foliage, no yellow leaves or root rot

Asparagus fern, also called cloud bamboo, has tender green, beautiful leaves and an elegant posture. Keeping one pot, whether in the living room or the study, adds a lot of literary atmosphere. Some flower lovers have grown asparagus fern for seven or eight years, with lush growth, and it has even bloomed. When growing asparagus fern, on the one hand it must not be exposed to strong sun, and on the other hand you must master the watering method. How should asparagus fern be watered?

1. Usually, watering should be based on the condition of the potting soil and the weather. This is the most important point. There is no need to believe in watering once every few days. If the potting soil becomes dry, water it promptly, watering thoroughly at one time. If it rains for many consecutive days and the air humidity is relatively high, water less.

2. During the spring and autumn growing seasons, keep the soil in a half-dry, half-moist state. If you do not water for many days, the leaves will wither and fall off, and the leaf tips will turn yellow. But it also must not have standing water; standing water easily causes root rot. In summer it cannot be exposed to strong sun; place it in a semi-shaded environment.

3. When watering asparagus fern, it is best to let tap water sit for one or two days before watering, and using rainwater to water asparagus fern is also good. Never let water accumulate in the pot. In summer, water evaporates quickly, so you can water more. Usually, when you see the surface of the potting soil is dry, water thoroughly again.

4. Asparagus fern likes warmth and is not cold-tolerant, that is, it is afraid of cold. When the temperature is relatively low, especially in winter, water less, control watering, move it indoors for care, and place it in a ventilated and bright place. Pay attention to keeping it warm. As long as it reaches a temperature of ten degrees, it can grow very well.

5. Do not place asparagus fern in places with smoke or dust. Change the potting soil once every two years. During the growing season, apply some decomposed organic fertilizer or a small amount of diluted compound fertilizer. You can also use some diluted, fermented rice-washing water that has been left to stand. The flower pot should be placed in a ventilated place. In winter and spring, give it appropriate light and sun.

In this way, the asparagus fern will certainly grow lush and beautiful, and will also produce pretty flowers.