Is pine suitable for hydroponics?

1. Is it suitable for hydroponics?

It can be grown hydroponically.

Normally, we often see ball pine being planted in potted soil for maintenance. Its germination is very strong and it is especially easy to sprout some side buds. Be sure to pay attention to pruning during maintenance. It is mainly used for appreciating its leaves, and the flowers it blooms are not particularly beautiful, so they must be cut off in time when the inflorescence appears. This will allow the plant to grow better and look better. In fact, in addition to using potting soil to maintain it, you can also use other methods, such as hydroponics, which is also very good.

2. How to operate

Time for hydroponics: If you want to hydroponically cultivate your own ball pine, it is best to choose a good time. It is usually done in spring and autumn, which is the best time for hydroponics. Both the temperature and humidity are very suitable.

Cuttings selection: When growing in water, we must choose good cuttings. Generally, we choose those branches that are relatively strong and disease-free. This will facilitate better maintenance after water cutting, and the ornamental effect will also be very good. In addition, before water insertion, the prepared cuttings should be placed in a cool and ventilated place to let them dry. Generally, it only takes 2 to 3 days to allow the wounds to dry fully.

Root pruning and other things: The roots of ball pine in water are the characteristic of hydroponic ornamental plants, and they are usually not pruned much to avoid looking ugly. However, as time goes by, the root system will grow too dense and too long, so it is necessary to remove the old roots appropriately and cut the long roots short. This will promote the sprouting of new roots and enhance the vitality of the root system. besides. If the water temperature is too high and causes the roots to rot, be sure to cut off the rotten roots in time and change the water.

Water change time: If you are doing hydroponics, you need to change the water frequently, but the water change intervals are different in different seasons. In summer, the water needs to be changed every 3 to 5 days. In spring and autumn, it needs to be changed every 5 to 7 days. In winter, it can be changed every 10 to 15 days. In addition, each time you change the water, just use more than half of the original bottle of water.