Cultivation methods and precautions of Camellia Impatiens

Cultivation method of Camellia Impatiens

Light and temperature

Camellia Impatiens has strong adaptability. To cultivate Camellia Impatiens, it is necessary to provide suitable light and temperature conditions. The suitable growth temperature for Camellia Balsam is between 15℃ and 25℃. It is not resistant to high temperature. When the temperature is too high, the growth of the plant will be affected. In severe cases, it may stop growing. During the high temperatures in summer, the growing environment needs to be kept cool, with appropriate shade provided, and strong direct sunlight should be avoided. However, care should be taken not to provide excessive shade. If there is insufficient light, the Camellia Balsam plant may grow too tall and the leaf color may become lighter. Pay attention to keep warm in winter, because Camellia Balsam is not cold-resistant, and maintain sufficient light.

Watering and fertilizing

When growing Camellia Balsam, water and fertilizer are of paramount importance. There must be sufficient water to keep the soil in the pot moist, but avoid waterlogging, otherwise the roots will rot. During the maintenance process, watering must be appropriate and the air humidity must be maintained at a certain level. In summer, it is necessary to water the plant in time and spray water on the ground and leaves to maintain air humidity. In order to ensure that the Camellia Balsam has sufficient nutrients, you can apply dilute fertilizer water every 10 days. In the early stages of growth, you can apply more nitrogen fertilizer, but before flowering, you should control the use of nitrogen fertilizer.

Things to note when growing Camellia Impatiens

Reproduction method

Camellia Impatiens can be propagated by cuttings, which can be done all year round. It is generally easy to root and can be cut into water in summer.

Pests and diseases

There are many diseases in the cultivation process of Camellia Balsam, including damping-off disease, powdery mildew, white rot and mosaic disease, all of which have adverse effects on the growth of Camellia Balsam to varying degrees. When it is discovered that Camellia Balsam is diseased and growing poorly, preventive measures can be taken in a timely manner.

Basin

When growing Camellia Balsam, you need to choose sandy soil with good drainage and fertility when potting it. The camellia balsamina seedlings need to be potted when they grow to a certain size.