How to grow Podocarpus in small pots

Key points of Podocarpus cultivation

Podocarpus prefers a cool growing environment and is a semi-shade tree species. When planting, loose, fertile, and well-drained sandy loam is generally used. It has good cold resistance, and good disease and pest resistance. It has good growth ability and a long lifespan.

Podocarpus cultivation method

When planting Podocarpus, acidic soil with humus is generally used, and it should be loose, fertile, and well-drained. It needs sufficient sunlight during normal maintenance, and 2-3 times of fertilizer in spring and autumn. Generally, thin liquid fertilizer mainly composed of nitrogen fertilizer is applied, and it should be watered the next day.

Podocarpus

When caring for Podocarpus, you need to use relatively fertile soil, have a good ventilation environment, avoid strong sunlight in summer, and prune it in a timely manner.

How often to water Podocarpus

Podocarpus has relatively good vitality and is drought-resistant, so its demand for fertilizer and water is not very high. It only needs to be watered in moderation at normal times, but water should not be allowed to accumulate.

Podocarpus pruning and shaping

When Podocarpus is growing, it needs to be pruned and topped in time to prevent the branches and leaves from growing too long and to give it a better plant shape. When repotting, some rotten roots should be cut off.

Matters Needing Attention in Podocarpus Maintenance

When caring for Podocarpus, you need to pay attention to the appropriate temperature environment at normal times and avoid strong light exposure in summer. In winter, you need to move it indoors for maintenance. The temperature cannot be lower than 5 degrees, and you must control watering and stop fertilizing.

Podocarpus pest prevention

When caring for Podocarpus, a large number of diseases and pests may occur. It needs sufficient sunlight and a good ventilation environment to avoid the occurrence of some diseases and pests.

Preventing Yellow Leaves of Podocarpus

If yellow leaves occur during the maintenance of Podocarpus, it is usually due to excessive watering. You need to stop watering immediately and drain the water in time.

Prevent root rot of Podocarpus

When caring for Podocarpus, if there is no good fertilizer and water management, root rot will occur, and the amount of watering and fertilization needs to be controlled.