Breeding methods and precautions of golden marbles

Farming methods

Temperature and light

The golden balls are resistant to low temperatures, but they need high accumulated temperature for activity. April to November is the suitable growth period for the golden balls, and the suitable growth temperature is controlled between 28-33℃. It likes plenty of sunlight, but be careful not to keep it indoors for too long, otherwise insufficient light will cause its leaves to fall off and affect fruiting.

Watering

The golden ball likes a humid and semi-shady growing environment. The soil in the pot must be kept moist and not too dry. During the high temperatures in summer, pay attention to shading and increase the frequency of watering. You can use spray water to increase the humidity of the surrounding air. During the flower bud differentiation period, the water content should be strictly controlled, and the soil should be kept dry, and watering should be done only when the soil is completely dry. In combination with watering, an appropriate amount of quick-acting fertilizer can be applied, but the concentration should not be too high.

soil

Golden marble can grow well in both acidic and alkaline soils.

Fertilization

In spring, use nitrogen fertilizer mainly to promote branch growth and prepare for the cultivation of new fruiting branches. Apply fertilizer adequately during the growing season, and apply more phosphorus fertilizer. In the later stage of branch growth, mainly potassium fertilizer is applied, such as wood ash. Generally, cake fertilizer and other fertilizers are applied at the same time as repotting.

Precautions

The golden ball plant is resistant to barrenness and grows well if there is sufficient fertilizer. Its leaves are thick, dark green and shiny. If too much fertilizer is applied, the leaves will curl and wrinkle.

The golden ball plant is relatively drought-resistant and absorbs and evaporates more water. Symptoms of water loss include weak leaves, dark and dull leaves. When there is severe water shortage, the leaves will droop. If you observe this situation, just water the plant in time and the plant will recover quickly.

The golden ball has fewer diseases and pests, and the main attention should be paid to preventing and controlling damage caused by scale insects. Prevention is the main approach. Generally, a quick killing campaign can be carried out in March each year, which can achieve better results in preventing damage caused by scale insects.