Cultivation methods and precautions of the rich flower

Pleurotus eryngii, also known as cinnabar root, is a plant with high ornamental value. The leaves of the rich green plant are lush and glossy. It blooms in summer, and the flowers are mostly white or pink. The fruit is spherical, and bright red and translucent when ripe. Below, the editor will introduce the cultivation methods and precautions of the rich green plant. Let’s take a look.

1. Soil

Choose soil that is breathable and rich in organic matter, such as a mixture of leaf mold and gardening soil, and add an appropriate amount of coarse sand and decomposed sawdust or rice husk ash to improve soil drainage and breathability.

2. Temperature

The rich flower likes a warm environment, and the suitable growth temperature is between 15-25℃. The temperature must be kept above 5℃ in winter, otherwise it will affect the growth. In the winter in the north, the plants need to be moved indoors and the indoor temperature kept above 15°C.

3. Lighting

The rich flower loves light and is suitable for growing in locations with good light conditions. However, direct sunlight must be avoided, especially in summer, and shading is required. In summer, you can use sunshade nets or curtains to block the sun.

4. Watering

The rich flower likes a humid environment, but not waterlogging. Water once a day in summer and every 2-3 days in spring and autumn. In summer, you also need to spray mist around the plants and on the leaves to increase the air humidity.

5. Fertilization

Spring to autumn is the peak growth period of the royal jellyfish, and fertilizer can be applied every 10-20 days. No fertilizer is needed in winter. Thin fertilizers should be used to avoid burning the roots with thick fertilizers. Phosphorus and potassium fertilizers can be applied before the flowering and fruiting period.

6. Pest and disease control

Check the growth of the plants regularly and take timely measures to prevent and control pests and diseases when they are found. Spraying treatments can be done using biopesticides or suitable insecticides . At the same time, pay attention to maintaining ventilation and light transmission of the plants to avoid the breeding of diseases and pests.

7. Pruning

The affine plant grows fast. In order to maintain its good shape and density, it can be repotted and pruned regularly. When repotting, replace the soil with new soil rich in organic matter and prune part of the root system. When pruning, remove poorly growing, yellowed or too dense leaves and branches to promote the growth of new shoots.

8. Notes

Excessive fertilization will cause the plant to grow too tall and affect flowering and fruiting. Therefore, the amount of fertilizer applied should be controlled appropriately. Excessive watering can cause root rot in the plant and affect plant growth. Therefore, when watering, you should control the amount of water and pay attention to drainage.

The above is an introduction to the cultivation methods and precautions of the Pleurotus eryngii. The flower language of the Pleurotus eryngii is wealth and harvest. Its red fruits are crystal clear, implying wealth and good fortune in the house, and its ornamental value is very high.