Cultivation methods and precautions of purple leaf sorrel

1. Maintenance methods

1. Temperature: The normal growth temperature is between 16 and 22 degrees. The resistance to cold and high temperatures is not high. The temperature in winter needs to be kept above 5 degrees, and the temperature in summer cannot exceed 35 degrees, otherwise the growth will stop and the plant will become dehydrated.

2. Watering: You need to adhere to the principle of not watering unless the soil is dry, and watering thoroughly when the soil is dry. During the spring growth period, you can increase the amount of watering to ensure that the soil has moisture. However, you don’t need to water too much in the summer because the plants begin to hibernate at this time. You only need to spray a little water around them to achieve the effect of replenishing water.

3. Light: It needs to receive sufficient warm sunlight. Except for summer, it can directly receive full sunlight in other seasons. At the same time, if the light is not sufficient, the color of the plant will become dark and the appearance will be seriously affected.

4. Fertilization: It is necessary to supplement the nutrients lacking in the soil. Do not apply too much during the growth period, otherwise it will burn the roots of the plants. Apply fertilizer almost every few months, mainly with compound fertilizers. Do not apply only one type. Excessive single fertilizer will cause the color of the plants to change.

2. Breeding techniques

1. Reproduction: Division is the main method of reproduction. Division is crucial for it. The survival rate of this method is relatively high. After division, you can directly plant it in other pots.

2. Pruning: It is easy for the pot to fill up, thus affecting the overall ventilation and light transmission, so some short branches and leaves need to be pruned.

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

1. Disease: Leaf spot is the main disease, which will seriously affect its ornamental value, so wettable powder can be used to control it.

2. Pests: Red spider mites will appear more frequently, and they can generally be completely eliminated using pesticides. They can also be removed manually during the larval stage.

IV. Other issues

1. Toxicity: It is non-toxic, its color is very bright, and it is very commonly cultivated.

2. Can it be raised at home? Yes, its ornamental value is relatively high. When raising it at home, you need to pay attention to ventilation and light. You can directly open the window if possible.