How to grow kapok on the balcony, what should be paid attention to

1. Sunlight

Kapok is a sun-loving plant and likes to grow in places with good light, which is conducive to photosynthesis and can also maintain good later growth. If you are growing potted plants at home, you can place them on the balcony and keep them in sunlight for more than 6 hours a day. This will not only help them grow strong, but also promote vigorous flowering. Note that it is not resistant to strong light. When the light is strong in summer, you should take shade measures to avoid direct light on the leaves.

2. Watering

It is relatively drought-resistant, and if it is not watered for a period of time, it will have little impact on its growth. However, if you want it to grow healthily, applying water is essential. Apply water according to the conditions of the potting soil, but do not water excessively to avoid water accumulation. When the weather gets colder in winter, the frequency of watering should be reduced.

3. Fertilization

Make sure there is a certain amount of basal fertilizer at the bottom of the pot. During the later period of vigorous growth, fertilizer should be applied once a month to ensure that the nutrients can meet the growth needs. If the base fertilizer is applied sufficiently, the interval between fertilization can be lengthened.

4. Temperature

Temperature is also very important for growth. It is necessary to maintain a suitable temperature. The suitable temperature for growth is around 22-30℃.