Cultivation methods and precautions of bamboo begonia

Farming methods

environment

This plant likes shade, so remember not to expose it to direct sunlight. Just place it in a shady environment when planting. Pay special attention not to expose it to the sun in the summer, otherwise the growth of the plant will slow down and in severe cases the leaves will turn yellow.

Watering

Bamboo Begonia is a relatively drought-resistant plant. Remember not to water it too frequently. Just keep the soil in the pot slightly dry. However, it does not mean that there is no need to water it at all. Because it likes a relatively humid environment, you can use spraying to keep it moist in summer when the temperature is very high, or in drier seasons such as autumn.

Fertilization

Fertilizer should be applied to the plants when the soil is dry, and then watered after application, which will help the absorption of nutrients. If you have just repotted the plant, you should not use fertilizer. Scientifically handling fertilizer issues can effectively promote the growth of plants, so in spring, when the bamboo begonia is in the growth period, fertilize once every half a month according to the rule of "small amounts and multiple times". In addition, the frequency of fertilization should be controlled, especially during the flowering period and in the cold winter, fertilization should be stopped.

prune

Because they grow all year round, if the plants are too tall, they may not get enough nutrients, resulting in leaf falling, etc. Therefore, timely pruning and timely soil replacement every spring will help the plants grow healthily.

Precautions

Tips for division

The most common method for this plant is cuttings, which can be done by division or water insertion. When selecting branches, use healthy new branches, about 15 cm in length. The bamboo begonia grown in this way is still very good.

Tips for cuttings

When taking cuttings, be careful not to remove leaves from the inserted part, and in order to maintain sufficient moisture, you can also appropriately cut off some of the top leaves. Place it in a cool and humid place, water it regularly by spraying, and it can be transplanted in about a month. There is nothing wrong with this method.