How to grow potted carnations

1. Breeding environment

1. Potting soil: The first thing to consider when caring for potted plants is the flower pot. Use one of appropriate size, which depends on the size of the plant. The soil should be sandy and have good air permeability. Peat soil, perlite and fine sand can be mixed to basically meet the growth needs.

2. Light: It likes light very much and is a full-sun plant. Maintenance requires placing the plant in a well-lit place, so it can bloom smoothly with sufficient light. However, it is best to avoid strong sunlight in summer to avoid burning the plants.

3. Watering: Its root system is shallow, so do not water it too frequently during maintenance. Usually it is enough to water once every three days, and water should not accumulate. Increase the amount of water during the flowering period and the peak growing season, and spray water all around in summer to increase the humidity.

4. Fertilization: When fertilizing, you should pay attention to using low-concentration fertilizers and apply fertilizers in small amounts and multiple times. After each flowering period, timely top dressing and nourishment should be applied to promote recovery as soon as possible.

2. Pest and disease control

Potted plants are easily infected by diseases such as aphids and mildew during maintenance. Once discovered, they should be sprayed with pesticides in time for prevention and control. For insect pests, you can use dichlorvos, but be careful not to spray it on flowers. If it is mildew, stop watering and ventilate more, and the problem will be alleviated.