With the passing of the long summer, the weather is getting hotter and hotter, and the way people grow flowers needs to be adjusted appropriately. Pocket coconut, called Pocket Coconut for short, is actually an evergreen small and medium-sized shrub of Palmae and Bamboo, and its average plant height is no more than 1 m.. This plant is native to northern Mexico and Guatemala. It is a very popular indoor potted foliage plant in the circle at present, which is suitable for the decoration of living room, study and bedroom. It can not only render strong tropical customs, but also effectively improve indoor air quality, killing two birds with one stone.
So, since pocket coconut is so outstanding, do you know its daily maintenance tips? Next, if you want to know the inside story, please listen to Xiao Huawei.
First, growth habits.
Pocket coconut is born in a warm and humid environment with sufficient astigmatism, and the optimum growth temperature is 20~30℃. Once the temperature is below 3℃ in winter, it is difficult for them to survive this robbery safely. Therefore, in order to win the winter smoothly, everyone must do a good job of keeping warm.
In terms of soil, plants with rich humus, loose air permeability and good drainage are generally suitable. Appropriate amount of humus, garden soil, river sand, perlite, vermiculite and other substances can be taken to make the matrix that meets the requirements. Otherwise, in order to save trouble, people can also go to the flower market to buy nutritious soil that has been prepared by professionals.
Secondly, frequently asked questions.
First, plants have frequent yellow leaves and dry tips.
Possible reasons: the light is too strong or seriously insufficient; Lack of water; When the fat is full, it overflows; The air is too dry; Pocket coconut accidentally caught some diseases.
Countermeasures: 1. Once approaching midsummer, plants should be moved as soon as possible, and potted plants should be moved back to a cool, ventilated and scattered place indoors in time.
2. Adhering to the principle of being dry but not wet, it is best to check the status quo of basin soil in advance before each watering. Water it thoroughly when it is dry and wet. Pot soil should not be too dry or too wet to form stagnant water.
3, no matter what time, to avoid the air humidity is low to the standard line, when necessary, you can regularly water the surrounding, in order to humidify and balance the air humidity.
4. Note: Pocket coconuts like fertilizer but are not tolerant of thick fertilizer, and are most afraid of heavy fertilizer application. For it, the best fertilization standards are thin application and diligent application.
According to Xiaohua's knowledge, both black spot disease and scale insects may cause a large number of yellow leaves from top to bottom. In the face of these two difficult enemies, everyone should pay attention to strengthening management while insisting on medication, such as ventilation at ordinary times and trying not to let plants get wet.
Second, plants are stunted and stunted.
Possible reasons: This phenomenon is mostly the result of unfavorable pruning.
Countermeasures: Although pocket coconut is not a flower-viewing plant, it also has high leaf-viewing value, so it needs to be pruned regularly during the growing period. Otherwise, the plant will grow tall and thin blindly, especially long, or it will be difficult to sprout new buds and branches, and the space for sustainable development will be obviously reduced.
Let's call it a day. In any case, since we are determined to plant flowers, we should immediately assume the responsibility and obligation to care for them. Taking pocket coconut as an example, we should be familiar with its growth habits, common problems and corresponding countermeasures. Caring for flowers and plants, starting from me, will definitely pay off, and plants themselves will definitely feel this sincerity. Well, before it's too late, see you next time.