How to cultivate calamus

Calamus growing conditions

Acorus is commonly found by the water, in swamp wetlands or on floating islands in lakes. The suitable growth temperature is between 20-25 degrees. It will stop growing when the ambient temperature is below 10 degrees. It likes a warm and humid climate, is not drought-resistant, but is relatively cold-resistant. In winter, the underground stems will enter the mud to overwinter.

How to grow calamus

To grow calamus, you need to provide it with an environment of 20-25℃. The temperature should not fluctuate suddenly. Let it receive about 3 hours of sunlight every day. When the sunlight is relatively strong, put it in a cool place for a period of time. Normally, you should water it more often to ensure it is moist. You should also spray it with water more when it is dry. For reproduction, the main method is sowing or division. The operation is very simple and it is easy to survive.

Watering calamus

Acorus likes a humid growing environment and has a higher demand for water than other flowers. It can be watered once every morning, and it is better to water slowly along the wall of the flowerpot. The water should be poured evenly and thoroughly, and no water should be accumulated.

Fertilizing calamus

During the maintenance period of calamus, it is necessary to observe the growth of the plant. If the leaves are lush and green and the growth is good, it means that the base fertilizer in the soil can meet the needs of the plant and there is no need to apply fertilizer. If the growth is not good, you can apply some dilute liquid fertilizer.

Calamus pest control

The bulbs of calamus are prone to rot. Be careful when digging the bulbs to avoid damage. After harvesting the bulbs, you can soak them in cold water, disinfect them with alcohol, and store them in the shade. The storage environment should be well ventilated and kept at a low temperature of 4-5 degrees.

How to grow calamus at home

If growing calamus in water, do not let the leaves get wet. If growing it on a sunny balcony, take shade measures to avoid exposure to strong sunlight. Spray water in time in summer to maintain the humidity of the environment. In addition, you need to change the water in time to keep the water clean.

Precautions for calamus care

Although calamus has a certain degree of cold resistance, if the ambient temperature is low in winter, it still needs to be moved to a warm place for maintenance to avoid frostbite. It can be moved indoors, which is conducive to its recovery and growth in the second year.