Nandina domestica cultivation methods and precautions

Farming methods

soil

To grow Nandina domestica, you need to choose fertile, well-drained sandy soil, preferably slightly acidic. Generally, when breeding, you can mix a spoon and leaf mold to make the soil, and add a little manure as base fertilizer.

Watering

Watering should be reasonable. Watering of Nandina domestica should generally be carried out according to the climate and weather. In relatively dry seasons, you can water frequently to keep the soil moist. In summer, you can water it every day and spray it when necessary. In winter, Nandina domestica is in a dormant period. The plant is dormant and does not need too much water, and the soil cannot be too moist.

When Nandina domestica is in bloom, you can water it more often to keep the soil moist.

Sunlight

Nandina domestica needs sufficient light to grow well. Generally, in spring, the light is more suitable and it can be grown outdoors. In summer, the sun is strong and needs timely shade. Keep it in a ventilated place. In winter, they are generally grown indoors in a sunny place.

temperature

Nandina domestica prefers a warm growing environment. The suitable temperature for its growth is generally around 20°C. The temperature in winter should not be too low and generally needs to be kept above 8°C. The temperature for flowering is generally kept at 24℃-26℃.

Fertilization

When planting Nandina domestica, it is generally necessary to apply sufficient base fertilizer. Other than that, appropriate topdressing is sufficient.

Generally during the growth period, you can apply fertilizer once a month, mainly with thin fertilizers. In May, you can apply some potassium fertilizer.

prune

During the maintenance of Nandina domestica, it is important to pay attention to regular pruning. During the growing season, cut off the sprouting branches at the root, dense branches, and branches with longer fruit clusters, leaving only one or two lower growing branches to maintain the beautiful shape of the plant and to facilitate flowering and fruiting.

Breeding precautions

Repotting

Nandina domestica is usually repotted in early spring, which is more conducive to the growth of the plant.

Entering the room

After the Nandina domestica potted plant is brought indoors, it must be maintained in a sunny place. The leaves can be washed with clean water every week to keep them clean and fresh.