Cardinal Coral FAQs

What to do if the cardinal coral grows too long

During the breeding process, cardinal coral will grow too tall.

One of the reasons why cardinal coral grows too tall is insufficient light. Although cardinal coral is not very sensitive to light and cannot be exposed to direct sunlight in summer, it should not be too dark either. Insufficient light will cause the cardinal coral's stems to become longer and the leaves to become sparse and leggy.

The excessive growth of cardinal coral may also be caused by improper fertilization. If too much nitrogen fertilizer is applied during the maintenance process, it will cause the branches and leaves to grow too tall.

What to do if the cardinal coral has rotten roots

Root rot of cardinal coral is mostly caused by improper watering.

Cardinal coral likes a dry growing environment and has a strong drought resistance. Be careful not to water it too much to avoid waterlogging in the pot soil. Waterlogging in the soil may cause root rot.

In addition, it is important to note that the air humidity should not be too high, as this can easily cause the cardinal coral plants to rot, so ventilation needs to be increased.

Diseases and Pests of Cardinal Coral and Their Control

Cardinal coral will have some diseases and pests during the maintenance process, mainly diseases such as leaf spot and anthrax, as well as pests such as aphids, scale insects and red spiders.

During the maintenance process, it is necessary to pay attention to the growth of cardinal coral, detect diseases and pests in a timely manner, and take appropriate measures to prevent and control them.

How to repot cardinal coral

Repotting is also a very important task for cardinal coral, which is generally done every 1 to 2 years in the spring. When potting, make a drainage layer at the bottom of the pot and replace the soil, preferably sandy soil.

When repotting the cardinal coral, you can divide the plant and replant the original plant. Generally, 3 to 5 plants can be planted in each pot.