How to raise peace tree

1. Breeding environment

1. Soil: Use loose, well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Do not use heavy alkaline soil, otherwise it will cause poor growth.

2. Watering: Generally, you should wait until the soil becomes dry before watering. However, you should increase the amount of watering appropriately when the weather is dry. In summer or dry seasons, you can place it indoors and spray water indoors to increase the humidity in the air. There must be no accumulation of water in the pot, otherwise it will easily lead to root rot.

3. Fertilization: Apply compound fertilizer once a month during the peak growth period, and apply appropriate amounts of phosphorus fertilizer and potassium fertilizer 1-2 times in autumn. However, be careful not to apply too much, otherwise it will burn the roots and the leaves will turn yellow and fall off. No fertilizer is needed in winter when the temperature is low.

4. Temperature: The suitable temperature for the growth of peace lily is 20-30℃. It is not cold-resistant and the minimum temperature cannot be lower than 0℃. Once the temperature is too low, the leaves will wither and even be frostbitten. The temperature in winter should be kept above 10℃.

2. Breeding Methods

1. Cutting propagation: The suitable temperature for cutting is 22-28℃. Cut the strong branches into 10-15 cm. It is best to leave 2-3 leaves on each section. Insert the branches into the soil 3-5 cm deep, then water them thoroughly, cover them with a film and place them in a cool place.

2. Seeding propagation: Place the selected seeds in a cool environment and wait for the seeds to crack into white spots before sowing. Generally, the method of spot sowing in the furrows is chosen. After sowing, cover them with a layer of mud to keep them moist. The seeds will sprout in about a month.

3. Common Pests

1. Aphids: They will cause pests to tender leaves, which will not only affect its normal growth but also its ornamental value. After aphids appear, you can sprinkle some wood ash, then clean it and spray it with pesticides to effectively suppress the spread of pests.

2. Scale insects: They usually appear on both sides of the leaves, causing the leaves to turn yellow or even fall off. Once discovered, they should be sprayed with pesticides in time. If the situation is serious, other indoor plants should be prevented and treated, and the diseased leaves should be cleaned up.