How to cultivate Phoenix bamboo

Growing conditions of Phoenix bamboo

Phoenix bamboo prefers a warm and humid semi-shady environment. It is not resistant to direct sunlight and low temperatures. The temperature in winter should not be lower than 0 degrees. It should be moved to a sunny place indoors. It is suitable for planting in fertile, loose and well-drained slightly acidic sandy loam.

How to grow Phoenix bamboo

In order for Phoenix Bamboo to grow well, it needs to be grown in loose, breathable, organic-rich, weakly acidic or neutral flower soil. It should be placed in a well-lit place, the ambient temperature should be maintained at around 20 degrees, watered appropriately, the substrate should be kept moist, and flower fertilizer should be applied every 20 days. In addition, when it has old, sick or weak branches, they should be cut off in time.

Watering the Phoenix Bamboo

During the growth period of Phoenix Bamboo, the substrate must be kept moist so that the plant can grow vigorously, but excessive watering should be avoided to cause water accumulation. The principle of watering when the soil is dry and then watering when the soil is wet should be followed.

Fertilizing Phoenix Bamboo

During the growth period of Phoenix Bamboo, certain fertilizers need to be applied to promote the vigorous growth of the plant. Generally, a thin liquid fertilizer can be applied once every 20 days. Pay attention to applying thin fertilizer frequently.

Pest and disease control of Phoenix bamboo

Leaf spot disease often occurs in Phoenix bamboo, especially when there is a lot of rain and the temperature is high. Try to avoid direct sunlight during the plant growth stage, take drainage measures during the rainy season, and cool it down when the temperature is high. When the disease is found, you can spray it with medicine.

How to grow Phoenix bamboo at home

Wind tail bamboo can be planted in fertile, loose soil rich in humus. It can be made by mixing garden soil with an appropriate amount of sand. Put some coarse sand at the bottom of the pot and apply some base fertilizer. This can increase drainage and improve fertility.

Precautions for the maintenance of Phoenix bamboo

Phoenix bamboo should be grown in a location with good lighting. Lack of sunlight will cause the branches and leaves to turn yellow. The sunlight in late spring, summer and early autumn is relatively strong, so it should be grown in a shaded place.