How to grow the star beauty of the spiral leaf

Growth conditions of the star beauty

The star beauty likes to grow in a dry environment. The temperature suitable for its growth is generally 13-23 degrees. The temperature in winter is above 5 degrees. It likes sunlight and can accept full sunlight during the growth period. The stronger the sunlight, the shorter and stronger the plant will grow, and the color will turn blue, which is very cute.

How to raise the star beauty

The Star Beauty can be cultivated by mixing soil with coal slag, giving it full sunlight and appropriate shade in summer. The best growth temperature is 13-23℃, and it must not be lower than 5℃ in winter. Watering is usually done after the soil in the pot is dry. It is generally propagated by cuttings and leaf cuttings.

Watering the star beauty

Generally, when watering the Star Beauty, you don’t water it unless it’s dry. You should water it continuously in summer. The frequency and interval of watering can be extended to once a month.

Fertilization of the star beauty

The star beauty of the spiral leaf plant is relatively resistant to barrenness and generally does not require fertilizer during maintenance, but phosphorus and potassium fertilizers can be applied once every 1 to 2 months.

Pest control of star beauty

The star beauty is easily threatened by leaf spot and rust. Pay attention to these diseases in daily maintenance and do not wait until these diseases actually occur before discovering and preventing them.

How to raise the star beauty of the spiral leaf at home

1. The star beauty of the spiral leaf needs to be properly shaded during the high temperature in summer, but the shading time should not be too long, otherwise the stems and leaves will become soft and easy to fall over. It can be cultivated in a sunny place in autumn. If the light is short and the shading time is long, it will easily grow taller, and the leaves will not be compact and become ugly.

2. When watering the Star Beauty, you can choose to water it in the evening or at night. When it rains, watering should be strictly controlled to avoid water accumulation in the pot soil.

Matters Needing Attention in the Maintenance of the Star Beauty

There are two main methods of propagating the convolvulaceae: cuttings and leaf cuttings. The cutting method is to cut off branches 5-7 cm long, preferably with three or four leaves on them. After processing the cut, put it in the flowerpot and keep the surface of the soil moist.

For leaf cuttings, use relatively mature and firm leaves, sprinkle them on the potting soil, keep the soil moist, and place it in a cool and ventilated place. After two weeks, the leaves will grow into young roots.