Cultivation methods and precautions of dried branch plum (maintenance of potted dried branch plum)

The dried plum is a plant of the genus Limonium in the family Cynanchum, which is distributed in the Mongolian Plateau, Inner Mongolia, Xinjiang, Siberia and other regions. The dried plum blooms all year round and is known as the "flower that never withers". Its flower shape is unique and beautiful, and it is deeply loved by flower lovers.

Is dried plum easy to grow?

Dry branch plum is relatively easy to grow . Dry branch plum has a certain drought tolerance, but poor waterlogging tolerance. Watering should be done in moderation at ordinary times, and the dry branch plum has relatively loose requirements for temperature. It has a certain cold tolerance and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10 degrees Celsius.

How to cultivate dried plum

1. Soil

Plum blossoms have a strong adaptability to soil, so you can use loose soil. You can mix leaf mold, sandy soil, and compost soil in a certain proportion , which is conducive to the growth of dry-branch plums.

2. Watering

Plum blossoms have a strong ability to tolerate drought. When watering, be sure to water thoroughly . In rainy seasons, be sure to drain the accumulated water in the pots . In summer, increase the frequency of watering appropriately .

3. Temperature

Plum blossoms bloom in spring and winter, and can survive normally in environments of minus 10 degrees and 40 degrees, but dry-branch plums prefer a warm growing environment, and the suitable temperature for growth is 16-23 degrees .

4. Fertilization

Plum blossoms have a relatively high demand for fertilizer. You can apply more potassium fertilizer and phosphorus fertilizer, and apply less nitrogen fertilizer , which will help promote the growth of plum blossoms.

Precautions for the maintenance of dried plum branches

When caring for dry branch plums, you need to pay attention to pests and diseases . Dry branch plums are more likely to breed pests during the maintenance process, such as aphids, scale insects, etc. It is necessary to use pesticides or solutions such as vinegar solution and laundry detergent to kill insects . When there are fewer pests and diseases, they can be caught and killed manually .