How to grow potted azalea and what to pay attention to

Growth habits of potted azalea

Potted azaleas prefer a warm environment and are suitable for growing in an environment of 15 to 25 degrees. They like soft sunlight and are suitable for growing in flower soil and air conditions with high humidity. They are suitable for planting in fertile and loose soil.

Light requirements: Potted azaleas prefer an environment with light and are suitable for maintenance in an environment with sufficient sunlight, but they should avoid exposure to the scorching sun in summer and need to be shaded. They can be moved to a semi-shaded place indoors for maintenance.

How to grow potted azalea

Potted azaleas are suitable for planting in moist, high-humus, loose, fertile, well-drained but not too wet soil. They should be placed in a ventilated and shaded place. Fertilization should be done frequently with dilute fertilizers, and topdressing should be done every 10-15 days. The pots should be changed every 2-3 years. The best time is after flowering in early spring and late autumn. Fertilization can be stopped in summer and winter.

Watering of potted azalea: Watering of potted azalea should be based on the season. In spring and autumn, water them every 3-4 days. In summer, the demand for water is high, so water them every day. In winter, the temperature is lower and the plant's demand for water decreases, so water them once every 10 days.

Fertilizing potted azalea: Potted azalea should be applied with thin fertilizer. If fertilizer is not applied in time, it will lead to poor growth, fewer and smaller flowers. Excessive fertilization will cause fertilizer damage to the roots. Base fertilizer can be applied when planting, and the compound fertilizer can be diluted and mixed into the potting soil. Phosphorus and potassium fertilizers can be applied before flowering, and nitrogen fertilizers should be applied after the flowering period.

Pruning of potted azalea: Potted azalea has strong germination ability. After the flowering period, it is necessary to prune dense branches, thin branches, dead branches, diseased branches, broken branches, crossed branches, and overgrown branches in time to increase ventilation and shorten excessively long branches.

Potted azalea cuttings: Potted azalea can be propagated by cuttings in spring. Choose a strong mother plant and cut it from the roots, cut off the leaves in the lower part, and keep the upper 2-3 leaves. Insert the branches into the soil and compact it with your fingers. Water it thoroughly once and place it in a cool place for 50 to 60 days to take root.

Matters Needing Attention in the Maintenance of Potted Azalea

Potted azaleas do not like large amounts of fertilizer. When repotting, add an appropriate amount of slow-release fertilizer. Water thoroughly each time. They like an environment with slightly higher humidity. Normally, spray water on the leaves and their surroundings to increase the humidity of the environment. Maintain air circulation, but do not allow cold winds to blow directly, and do not move them outdoors to be blown by the wind.