How to grow blue cabbage in large pots?

Methods of cultivating blue cabbage

Indigofera is a plant of the genus Indigofera, family Caryophyllaceae, Caryophyllales. It likes warm climate, has a wide adaptability to soil, and avoids waterlogging. If planted in areas with poor drainage, the roots will easily rot during the rainy season, and the above-ground part will gradually turn yellow. In severe cases, no grains will be harvested. Indigofera can bloom in about two months.

1. Control the temperature

If you want the bluegrass to grow quickly, you must control the temperature of the environment. It likes a warm environment, and its most suitable temperature for growth is around 20 degrees. Therefore, when growing bluegrass, you must take temperature control measures in summer and winter. Pay attention to it in summer and move it indoors to keep warm in winter.

2. Suitable lighting

Blue lettuce is a sun-loving plant, but it is not tolerant to exposure. It is suitable to be maintained in a place with scattered light so that it can fully carry out photosynthesis and speed up the blooming of the pot. In addition, shade measures need to be taken in summer. You can cover it with a shade net to avoid direct sunlight.

3. Appropriate fertilizer and water

In order to make the blue cabbage bloom, it is necessary to provide sufficient water and fertilizer. The principle of watering is to water when the soil is dry. Keep the soil moist but do not cause water accumulation. When applying fertilizer, follow the principle of applying thin fertilizers frequently. During the growing season of the plant, apply thin liquid fertilizer once every 15-20 days to meet the growth needs of blue cabbage.

4. Change the soil

During the potted period of Melaleuca alternifolia, the soil can be changed every 1-2 years. Replace it with loose, fertile, and well-drained soil and re-maintain it to provide a better growth environment for Melaleuca alternifolia and allow the plant to grow better.

Matters Needing Attention in the Maintenance of Mai Lan Cai

Blue lettuce is not resistant to low temperatures, so you should pay attention to keeping warm in winter. The temperature should be kept above 5 degrees, and preferably not below zero. Provide sufficient light during the growth period. It will change from green to purple-red under sufficient sunlight. Provide shade at noon and pay attention to ventilation. During the planting process, you should pay attention to light control to avoid rapid growth of the plant due to insufficient light.