Cultivation methods and precautions of azalea

1. Lighting

Rhododendrons prefer bright scattered light, so they should be placed in a place with bright light when growing, but they must not be exposed to direct sunlight, especially strong light in summer, and they should be shaded in time to avoid the heat.

2. Temperature

During the cultivation period of azalea, it is best to provide it with a growth environment of 15-28 degrees. Pay attention to temperature control in summer, the temperature should not exceed 32 degrees, and the temperature in winter should not be lower than 5 degrees. An environment above 10 degrees can grow normally.

3. Watering

When growing azaleas, the soil in the pot should be kept moist. In late spring, when the flowers are about to bloom, the amount of water should be increased. In summer, when the temperature is too high, in addition to watering, more water should be sprayed. Water less in autumn and winter, especially in winter.

4. Soil

Rhododendrons prefer loose, fertile, slightly acidic and well-drained soil. When breeding, you can prepare leaf mold, peat soil and sandy soil in a ratio of 5:2:3 as nutrient soil.

5. Notes

Rhododendrons grow relatively fast and need to be pruned frequently, otherwise the inner branches and leaves will not see light, affecting healthy growth. In addition, the pot should be changed after 1-2 years of cultivation to ensure sufficient nutrients in the soil.