How to grow cattail grass well

Cattail grass growing conditions

Cattail grass likes warm and humid climate, is not drought-resistant, and likes shady and humid environment, but cannot tolerate direct sunlight, otherwise the leaves will turn yellow. It is slightly cold-resistant, and the most suitable growth temperature is 20-25℃. Generally, it will stop growing below 10℃, and the underground stems will hibernate in the mud in winter.

How to grow cattail grass

When growing Cattail grass, you need to use well-breathable, loose and fertile soil. Normally, you need to provide it with a growth temperature between 20-30 degrees. During its growth period, you need to water it frequently, but there should be no stagnant water. It only needs to receive 4 hours of sunlight a day. In addition, you need to fertilize it appropriately to ensure adequate nutrients.

Watering cattail grass

Cattail grass needs a lot of water during its growth period, so it needs to be watered frequently, but water should not accumulate. In the hot season, it is necessary to not only water but also sprinkle water to increase the humidity, which is more conducive to the growth of the plant. In winter, water should be controlled, and water should not be poured unless the soil is dry.

Fertilizing Cattail Grass

Cattail grass is generally fertilized once every half a month. Before the flowering period, a little phosphorus and potassium fertilizer can be added to enhance immunity and resist viral invasion.

Cattail grass pest control

If leaf blight occurs on Cattail grass, spray it with equal amounts of Bordeaux mixture or Zineb every 8-10 days in the early stages of the disease. If thrips appear, spray with cypermethrin, and slugs can be controlled by spraying with lime water or ammonia water.

How to grow cattail grass at home

1. The soil for the family cultivation of Changpu grass can be mixed with a variety of organic soils, and a little straw or dead branch ash can be mixed into it. It should be placed in a well-ventilated place and not exposed to the sun. It is best to expose it to soft scattered light.

2. The frequency of watering Cattail should not be too frequent, once a week is enough. When watering, try to pour all the water on the roots. Fertilize according to the growth needs to ensure balanced nutrition. Also pay attention to pruning and cut off any yellow leaves in time.

Precautions for the maintenance of calamus

Cattail grass likes shade and should avoid direct sunlight in summer. You can shade the plant. For potted plants, you can move them indoors to a place with scattered light. In other seasons, you can place them outdoors in a slightly shaded place by the water or in the shade of a big tree.