How to grow the colorful iron tree well

Growth conditions of the colorful iron tree

The seven-colored iron tree likes sunlight. The best growing environment is direct sunlight or bright scattered light. It is best to have semi-shade in summer and the temperature should be maintained at 15-20℃. The soil humidity suitable for its growth should be higher, and the leaves need to be sprayed frequently.

How to raise the colorful iron tree

The cultivation medium of the colorful iron tree can be a mixture of organic soil, peat and fine sand. The potting soil should be replaced every 2 to 3 years. The plant should be fertilized regularly and ferrous sulfate solution should be added to make the leaves more dark green. Water it every two days in spring and every day in summer.

Watering the colorful iron tree

The iron tree must be watered frequently to ensure sufficient moisture in the soil, but do not water it too much, as this may cause it to rot. It is usually watered every two days in spring, every day in summer, and the amount of watering should be reduced in autumn.

Fertilization of colorful iron tree

Between March and September, liquid fertilizer should be applied to the rainbow cycad once a month. Liquid fertilizer can be applied frequently in summer, and ferrous sulfate solution can be added to it to promote the dark green color of its leaves.

Disease and pest control of colorful cycad

The most common disease and insect pest of the seven-colored iron tree is scale insects. To prevent it, good ventilation should be maintained. After the scale insects are found, they need to be sprayed with lime sulfur during their hatching period.

How to grow the colorful iron tree at home

1. When cultivating the colorful iron tree at home, the soil should be mixed with leaf mold, garden soil, bone meal and river sand. It is usually planted in a deeper pot. It needs to be placed in a sunny environment and receive sufficient light every day.

2. Don’t water the iron tree too much at ordinary times. Just keep the soil moist. Apply bean cake fertilizer regularly, and the fertilizer must be fully decomposed to avoid fertilizer damage.

Precautions for the maintenance of colorful iron trees

When caring for the rainbow cycad, you can cut off the old and yellow leaves every once in a while. When caring for it in winter, you must pay attention to the temperature not being too low. It must be above ten degrees to survive the winter safely.