Myrtle cultivation methods and precautions

How to grow myrtle

soil

Myrtle likes acidic soil and can tolerate barrenness.

Light and temperature

Myrtle prefers a semi-shady growing environment and must ensure sufficient light. It can be given sufficient light in spring, autumn and winter, but in the hot summer, it needs to be shaded. In winter, it should be placed in a well-lit place indoors for maintenance. Myrtle likes a warm growing environment and is not cold-resistant. The suitable temperature for its growth is between 15℃ and 35℃. In winter, the temperature needs to be kept at around 10℃. During the high temperature in summer, the air humidity can be increased by spraying water. It needs to be placed in a warm indoor room during the winter. Plastic film is needed to keep it warm outdoors during the winter.

Watering and fertilizing

Myrtle likes a humid environment and has a high demand for water and fertilizer during its vigorous growth period. In spring, summer and autumn, more watering and fertilization are needed, and water and fertilizer should be applied alternately. Winter is the dormant period of myrtle, so you can reduce watering and fertilizing appropriately. Basically, the application of water and fertilizer should be increased or reduced according to weather conditions and the growth conditions of the plants.

Things to note when growing myrtle

Reproduction method

Myrtle is propagated by sowing and cuttings. For sowing, the seedlings are usually transplanted when they have 2-3 leaves. For cuttings, young branches can be used for cuttings during the peak growth period.

Pests and diseases

Myrtle itself is relatively disease-resistant and has fewer diseases and pests, but it may be infected with Rust 2, which can harm the leaves. The diseased leaves need to be removed and it can also be sprayed with pesticides for treatment.

Air humidity

Myrtle likes higher air humidity. If the air humidity is too low, the lower leaves of the myrtle will turn yellow, lose their luster, and even fall off.