Cultivation methods and precautions of shrimp flower

Shrimp Flower is relatively easy to grow. It likes a warm and humid environment and is not cold-resistant. It is generally grown as a potted plant in the north. To make the Shrimp Flower bloom all year round, it is necessary to do a good job of pinching, fertilizer and water management, and shade and ventilation. In winter, the Shrimp Flower must be given sufficient light and the temperature must not be lower than 5°C. The soil should be dry and watered thoroughly. In the spring of the following year, the overgrown branches should be pruned off and the branches can be propagated by cuttings.

How to cultivate shrimp flower

Shrimp Flower has poor cold resistance and is not frost-resistant, but it has good shade tolerance. Although it likes sunlight, you should also pay more attention to shading in the hot summer. In addition, its suitable temperature for growth is 18-28℃. The temperature in summer should not exceed 30℃, and the temperature in winter should not be lower than 15℃. Considering that Shrimp Flower is a perennial flowering plant, it has certain requirements for water and fertilizer. Just keep the potting soil slightly moist and add fertilizer in time. As for the soil, it prefers fertile, loose, breathable and well-drained sandy soil.

1. Lighting:

Shrimp grass prefers light, so sufficient light must be ensured during the growing period. However, it is also shade-tolerant to a certain extent, so it doesn't matter if it is not exposed to light for a short period of time. However, if there is insufficient light for a long time, the color of the bracts of the plant will fade, affecting its ornamental value and not conducive to flowering. In addition, the light is too strong in summer, so appropriate shade is needed.

2. Temperature:

Shrimp flower is suitable for growing in warm places. If the climate is relatively cold, the plant is easily frostbitten, affecting its development. The temperature must be controlled between 18-28℃ so that the plant can grow rapidly. It cannot be lower than 5-10℃ in winter, otherwise it is easy to be frostbitten. When the temperature is high in summer, it is necessary to spray water to cool down.

3. Soil:

Like many plants, shrimp flower is suitable for growing in loose and fertile soil. Good drainage and air permeability can help the roots grow and breathe. If you want to prepare the potting soil yourself, you can mix loam, leaf mold and coarse sand. It needs to be disinfected before potting, and you can spread it in a sunny place to dry it well.

4. Water and fertilizer:

The growth of shrimp flower cannot be separated from sufficient water. It needs to be watered frequently to keep the soil moist. In addition, during its growth period, organic fertilizer should be added every 10-15 days, and a little phosphorus and potassium fertilizer should be added before flowering, which can promote the effect of flowering. Continue to use less water and stop fertilizing in winter to avoid affecting development.

Precautions for the maintenance of shrimp flowers

During the maintenance of the shrimp flower, it is important to note that it is very easy to grow too tall, have few or small flowers, and grow poorly. These are mainly caused by excessive or insufficient light. In spring and autumn, it can be placed in an environment with sufficient light, but in the hot summer, it needs proper shade, and if the temperature is too high, it is necessary to spray water mist for cooling.