How to cultivate red lucky charm and what to pay attention to

Growth habits of the plant

The lucky plant likes high temperature, humidity and partial shade. It can have full sunlight in winter, light in the morning and evening in spring and autumn, but not direct sunlight in summer. The plant is suitable for growing in slightly acidic soil with good drainage and air permeability.

Lucky Star Lighting Requirements

The lucky charm plant has relatively high requirements for light. The daily light time should be controlled at 12 to 16 hours. With sufficient light, the plant will grow faster and better.

Growth temperature of Hongyun Dangtou

The suitable temperature for the growth of lucky bamboo is 15℃ ~ 22℃. The overwintering temperature should not be lower than 10℃, but not higher than 20℃, otherwise it will affect the growth and flowering of the plant in the next year.

How to breed the lucky worm

To grow Chinese lucky charm, you need to use slightly acidic soil that is rich in humus, high in nutrient content, and has good drainage and air permeability. Water the soil as soon as it dries. Normally, the temperature should be controlled at 15-22℃, and the temperature in winter should not be lower than 10℃. Ensure that there are more than 12 hours of light per day, and at least 4 hours per day in winter.

Good fortune pours down on your head

When watering the lucky charm plant, don't just water it in the pot. It's best to water it from top to bottom so that the water gathers in the leaf cup of the lucky charm plant. This will help the plant absorb water more easily.

Good fortune is the best time to apply fertilizer

The root system of the lucky charm plant is not well developed. It only needs to be applied with compound fertilizer once every half a month during its growth period. It is rich in nutrients and can be diluted and poured into the soil. When applying fertilizer, you need to be careful not to apply excessive nitrogen fertilizer, nor excessive phosphorus and potassium fertilizer.

Propagation of Lucky Buds by Cuttings

Select a healthy stem and leaf with small leaves from the mature branches of the lucky charm plant. After drying the wound, insert it into soft and moist soil. Wait for it to grow roots naturally, and then you can transplant it into a pot.

Matters Needing Attention in Maintenance of Hongyun Dangtou

1. Air humidity

In addition to maintaining the humidity of the soil of the Chinese lucky charm plant, you also need to pay attention to the humidity of the air, which needs to be maintained at 50%-75%. If the humidity is too low, you can spray some water mist on the plant to increase the humidity.

2. Prevent diseases and pests

During the maintenance of the Chinese lucky charm plant, diseases and pests may occur. Usually, during the peak period, the plants can be sprayed with carbendazim and omethoate solution. It should be noted that the solution must be highly diluted to prevent the occurrence of diseases and pests.