Can azalea be grown hydroponically?

Can azalea be grown hydroponically?

Azalea can be grown hydroponically, but soil culture is better for the plant because it can absorb more nutrients from the soil and grow better, while hydroponics will limit the growth of the plant's roots.

Methods and key points of hydroponic cultivation of azalea

1. Treat the plants

Select some healthy branches without insect eggs from the azalea, keep 2-3 leaves at the top of the branches, and disinfect the wounds properly after pruning.

2. Carry out hydroponics

Insert the cut azalea branches into clean water to ensure the cleanliness of the water. Replace the water in time during maintenance, and use some fertilizer solution after new roots grow out.

Precautions for growing azalea in water

1. When hydroponically cultivating azaleas, be sure to change the water in time, preferably every 7-10 days. If tap water is used, it must be dried before use to allow the chlorine in it to be fully utilized.

2. It is best to keep azaleas in a semi-shaded environment. The plant is neither cold-resistant nor heat-resistant. The ambient temperature should be controlled at around 20°C, which is more conducive to rooting.