How to care for velvet flowers

Velvet flower growing conditions

Velvet flower likes a warm and humid growing environment. It is usually maintained in a semi-shaded environment. It is not very cold-resistant and is also afraid of dry climates. It needs sufficient sunlight during maintenance, but in summer it needs appropriate shade to avoid sunburn, and watering should also be appropriate.

How to grow velvet flowers

Velvet flower needs suitable temperature when it is being maintained. The most suitable growth temperature for it is between 18-25 degrees. In summer, the temperature should not exceed 35 degrees, and in winter, it should not be lower than 13 degrees, otherwise it will affect its growth. During the growth period, water and fertilize in time.

Watering velvet flowers

Velvet flowers should be watered at the roots, and during the growing period, it is important to ensure that there is sufficient water. The leaves should also be sprayed with water to increase the air humidity. If the pot needs to be repotted, water it thoroughly after potting.

Fertilizing Velvet Flowers

Velvet flowers need sufficient nutrients when they grow, and a large amount of nutrients during the growth period. In summer and autumn, thin liquid fertilizer needs to be applied once a month.

Velvet Flower Pest and Disease Control

If the velvet flower is not well maintained, diseases and pests will occur, which will affect its growth and require timely use of drugs for treatment.

How to grow velvet flowers at home

When velvet flowers are maintained indoors, they must have a suitable growth temperature, which should be maintained between 18-25 degrees. In winter, it is best not to be lower than 10 degrees, otherwise it will be frozen to death, and in summer, it should not be higher than 35 degrees, otherwise it will cause its growth to slow down. Watering and fertilizing should be done in time.

Velvet flower care precautions

When caring for velvet flowers, you should be careful not to get fertilizer on the leaves, otherwise it will easily cause the leaves to turn yellow. It is best to combine fertilization with watering. In winter, wipe the leaves with a wet cloth to prevent dust accumulation and cause diseases and pests.