How to grow Chlorophytum comosum

illumination

Chlorophytum comosum likes light. Except for appropriate shade at noon in midsummer, it should be given sufficient light at other times of the year, especially in winter. While ensuring the temperature, it can be placed in a sunny place to receive as much sunlight as possible. If placed in a place with insufficient light for a long time, the leaf color will easily become pale and lifeless, or even fall off, losing its ornamental value. Friends who have the conditions can place them outdoors from spring. With sufficient sunlight, the plants will have many flowers with bright colors, and the leaves will not easily grow too long.

temperature

Chlorophytum comosum likes a warm and comfortable living environment and avoids high temperature and cold. The optimal growth temperature is 15 to 25 degrees Celsius. In summer, when the temperature is too high, you should pay attention to cooling the plants. You can move them into a well-ventilated semi-shaded area for maintenance. Chlorophytum comosum is not cold-resistant, so you need to be careful after entering autumn. When the weather turns cooler, you should pay attention to keeping warm. If placed outdoors, you need to move them indoors in time to avoid the cold to avoid frostbite.

Water and fertilizer requirements

Chlorophytum comosum prefers a dry environment and should not be watered too much. The water and fertilizer management can be changed according to the specific growth conditions of the Chlorophytum comosum. March to September every year is the peak growth period of Chlorophytum comosum, and it requires a lot of water during this period, especially during the high temperatures in summer. While increasing the amount of watering, you must also pay attention to not allowing water to accumulate in the pot. You must follow the principle of watering when the soil is dry and then water it thoroughly when the soil in the pot is dry. Too much water can easily cause root rot, and in severe cases, death. After September , Chlorophytum comosum enters a period of slow growth, and you must gradually reduce the amount of watering to prepare for moving it indoors for the winter. Chlorophytum comosum does not have high requirements for fertilizer and water. It is sufficient to apply cake fertilizer and water once every half a month or so during the growing season.

Reproduction method

Chlorophytum comosum is generally propagated by cuttings, which are best carried out in spring and autumn. The temperature and environment at this time are suitable for the growth of Chlorophytum comosum, and the survival rate of cuttings is high. Cut a mature branch of the Chlorophytum comosum, let it dry for a while, then insert it into the prepared potting soil, place it in a cool and ventilated place, keep the soil slightly moist, and after a few days you will see the branches standing upright, which means that the new branches have begun to take root.