How to grow the moonflower so that it will bloom out of the pot?

As the hybrid offspring of the moon, the moon is a perennial herb, known for its tenacious vitality and easy maintenance. It is not only suitable as a potted plant, but also particularly suitable for bonsai making because it can easily form groups. So how can you grow the moonflower so that it will bloom into a big bloom?

1. Soil preparation

To lay a good foundation for the growth of the succulent plant, soil selection is crucial. It is recommended to use a mixture of garden soil, coarse sand and base fertilizer to enhance its air permeability and drainage, while ensuring that the soil contains necessary nutrients, thereby promoting healthy root development and simplifying subsequent maintenance work.

2. Watering principles

The moon plant prefers dry and sunny environments, so the soil dries quickly. During maintenance, you need to closely observe the soil moisture and add water in time. In addition, occasionally spraying water on the leaves can help increase the humidity of the environment.

3. Pinching promotes growth

On the basis of ensuring basic maintenance conditions, regular pinching (topping) can promote plant differentiation, stimulate the growth of new branches and buds, and thus achieve the effect of bursting the pot. Pinching is simple. You only need to remove the buds on the top and be careful to avoid water getting on the wound when watering.

4. Leaf cutting propagation

Select healthy leaves of the Alpinia girdlera and place them on moist soil with the front side facing up. After the leaves are dry, spray water appropriately and place the flowerpot in semi-shade, waiting for rooting and sprouting. Avoid overwatering at this stage to prevent the onset of pests and diseases. Once new roots and shoots grow, gradually increase the light and water to propagate more Echeveria plants.

5. Lighting management

Reasonable sunlight is the key to the storage of nutrients and the beautiful growth of leaves of the moonflower. Proper shading is needed in summer to avoid damage to the plants due to strong direct sunlight.

In short, the moonflower is suitable for gardening novices to care for. The key is to lay a good soil foundation, maintain proper water supply, ensure sufficient sunlight, and pinch the tops of the plants in time to promote the growth of new branches and buds to achieve a blooming effect.