How to grow Clivia more vigorously in summer?

Clivia is known for its elegant posture and dignified appearance and is a favorite of many flower lovers. However, Clivia has relatively stringent requirements for its growing environment, especially in summer. If it is not properly maintained, it can easily cause root rot or yellowing of leaves. Let’s learn how to grow Clivia more vigorously in summer.

1. Avoid high temperature repotting

During the hottest time of summer, it is not advisable to repot flowers, especially plants that are sensitive to high temperatures such as Clivia. Plants enter a dormant state under high temperatures, and repotting may cause the plants to be unable to adapt to the new environment or even cause root rot.

2. Emergency treatment of root rot

If you find that the Clivia has root rot, you should immediately remove it from the pot and trim the rotten roots. Use potassium permanganate solution to disinfect it, then replace it with sterile culture soil, and place it in a cool and ventilated place for maintenance.

3. Avoid fertilizing during dormancy

When the summer temperature exceeds 32℃, fertilization should be stopped. Plants in dormancy cannot absorb fertilizer , and continued fertilization may cause fertilizer damage and burn the roots.

4. Water moderately

The fleshy roots of Clivia are not tolerant of waterlogging, so waterlogging should be avoided even during the peak growing season. During the dormant period, you should control watering and wait until the soil in the pot is completely dry before watering thoroughly.

5. Shade protection

Clivia is afraid of strong light and should be avoided from direct sunlight in summer to prevent sunburn of the leaves. When the light is soft in winter and spring, the light can be increased appropriately.

The above are the key points for caring for Clivia in summer. As the weather turns cooler in autumn, the plant gradually resumes growth. At this time, you can gradually increase the frequency of light and watering, and apply fertilizer in time to promote healthy growth.