Maintenance methods and precautions for Camellia Rhododendron

How to care for Camellia rhododendron

soil

Camellia azalea likes acidic soil. Therefore, when planting in pots, you can choose humus soil, such as decomposed pine needles.

Water and fertilizer management

Because the roots of Camellia Rhododendron are relatively thin, the management of water and fertilizer must be extra careful during the planting process. Before flowering in spring, it is recommended to apply phosphorus fertilizer once a month to promote the growth of flower buds. Wait until the flowering period is over before switching to applying nitrogen and phosphorus mixed fertilizer. In September and October in autumn, continue to use phosphorus fertilizer. Rhododendron likes a humid growing environment. In daily maintenance, you should pay attention to maintaining the humidity of the air and soil, but do not cause water accumulation to prevent root rot.

prune

Camellia azalea has a strong germination ability. In order to ensure the ornamental and aesthetic value and the quality of the flowers, it is recommended to prune the branches and leaves in spring and autumn every year. The main part of the pruning is the overgrown branches and the dead and diseased branches. The best time for pruning is after the flowering period.

Matters Needing Attention in the Care of Camellia Rhododendron

The leaves of Camellia Rhododendron are easily affected by diseases, so good prevention and control of diseases and pests should be done. In addition, the flowering period of camellia rhododendron can be artificially controlled. If you want to enjoy the flowers in advance, you can move the camellia azalea to a greenhouse for cultivation, increase the temperature and ensure the humidity. If you want to delay the flowering period, you can lower the temperature and move the flowers outdoors.