Cultivation methods and precautions of crystal anthurium

1. Watering

Its drought-intolerance requires us to give it sufficient water when growing it, and water it every two to three days. Tap water is the best choice for the growth of crystal anthuriums. Natural rainwater is also a good source of water for growing it, so you can put it outdoors when it rains. It is important to maintain a relatively high air humidity, especially in the summer when the temperature is particularly high. In winter, watering should be done directly between 9 am and 4 pm, when the temperature is a little higher, to avoid frostbite due to low temperatures.

2. Lighting

Light is very important. Light that is too weak or too strong will not affect the final growth. If the light is too weak, the final growth will not be vigorous enough. If the light is too strong, the leaves will change color and be burned by the strong light. On sunny days, block out 75 percent of the sunlight. There is no need to block out light in the morning and evening. The demand for light is different at different times. The requirement for light is relatively low when it is blooming, so you can shade it to prevent the flowers from changing color due to excessive light.

3. Temperature

The temperature should be kept below 30℃. If the temperature is too high in summer, you can spray water or mist to increase the humidity in the air to avoid damage caused by high temperature. If the indoor temperature is lower than 15℃ in winter, the temperature should be raised to avoid frost damage and protect it safely through the winter.

4. Fertilization

Because there is a layer of wax-like substance on the surface of its leaves, it is difficult for it to absorb fertilizer well, so fertilizing its roots will be much more effective. The best time to apply fertilizer is generally between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., but in winter or early spring, fertilizer should be applied between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Note that two hours after fertilizing, you should spray water on the leaves to wash away the fertilizer remaining on the leaves. Keeping the leaves clean can avoid the growth of algae.

5. Picking buds

During its growth, some small buds will easily grow. If they are not removed, the nutrients of the anthurium will be absorbed, so when these buds appear, they must be removed in time.