How to grow lupine on the balcony and what to pay attention to

1. Lighting requirements

Lupine can be grown on the balcony, and the light must be maintained well. It is very shade-tolerant, but in order to ensure its healthy and good growth, it needs sufficient sunlight. It is okay to grow it on the balcony. The light is sufficient and can fully meet the requirements in this regard, which is conducive to its later development. However, please note that it is afraid of strong light. The light in summer is too strong and it needs to be shaded. It cannot be directly dried on the balcony, otherwise it will cause burns and lack of water, and even cause the death of the plant.

2. Temperature requirements

It has certain requirements for temperature, especially it is not cold-resistant. If the temperature is too low, the leaves will be frostbitten. The temperature should be maintained above 5°C. Only within this range can normal growth be maintained.

3. Soil

To ensure the growth of lupine, a good soil environment needs to be provided. It is suitable for growing in sandy soil with good drainage and no water accumulation. In order to ensure nutritional value, it is necessary to add an appropriate amount of organic fertilizer.

4. Apply water and fertilizer

Applying water and nutrients is an important factor in maintaining growth. Water according to the growth trend, but never water too much. Reduce watering from autumn to avoid waterlogging. If the growth is relatively rapid, fertilize once every half a month and stop fertilizing in late autumn.