How to grow Pittosporum

1. Maintenance methods

1. Temperature: The most suitable temperature for the growth and flowering of Pittosporum is between 15 and 30 degrees. The temperature at night can be slightly lower, but try not to drop below thirteen degrees. It also has good cold resistance and can tolerate freezing temperatures, but not too low temperatures.

2. Light: Pittosporum is a light-loving plant, but it can also grow well in semi-shaded areas. Therefore, when the sunlight is too strong, the rifle can be placed outdoors. If the sunlight is too strong, it needs to be placed in a cool place. It can be adjusted according to the specific situation. In winter, it should not be placed in a location that is too dark.

3. Watering: Pittosporum likes moisture and requires more water during the growth period. Therefore, it is more appropriate to keep the substrate moist, but try not to allow too much water to accumulate, otherwise it will cause harm. In winter when the temperature is relatively low, you don't need to water too much.

4. Fertilization: Pittosporum tobira does not require too much fertilizer. It is best to add some base fertilizer, but not too much. You don’t need to apply too much fertilizer during normal times, just once or twice a month. Fertilizer during the flowering period is relatively more important.

2. Breeding techniques

1. Reproduction: You can use the method of sowing. October to November is a good season for collecting fruits. Wash the fruit, take out the seeds and store them in moist sand. It can be sown in the spring of the second year. Generally speaking, the "row sowing" method is more appropriate. After sowing the seeds, keep them moist. Generally speaking, it takes about two years for seedlings to be potted.

2. Pruning: Pittosporum has certain requirements for regular pruning. Mainly after flowering, in addition to pruning the withered flowers, you can also rest some unsuitable branches.

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

1. Diseases: In a high temperature and high humidity environment, diseases are more likely to occur, such as "leaf spot" and "anthracnose". They can be treated with drugs such as chlorothalonil, and the infected parts should be cut off in time. More ventilation is also required.

2. Pests: Scale insects and ladybugs are the most common. It can be controlled by using drugs such as Suposha or imidacloprid.

IV. Other issues

1. Toxicity: It is non-toxic.

2. Can it be kept at home? Because of its relatively high height, it is generally not kept at home unless there is a relatively large yard. It has many uses in gardening.