Cultivation method of algae bell jade

1. Maintenance methods

1. Temperature: Algae Bell Jade likes a warmer environment. The normal growth temperature is between 18 and 24 degrees. It cannot be cultivated outdoors. The ambient temperature needs to be kept above ten degrees to prevent the plant from being frostbitten. At the same time, if it is below ten degrees, the plant is likely to stop growing. The temperature in summer should not be too high.

2. Watering: Algae Bell Jade is a type of succulent, so do not water it too much. It is best to keep the soil dry, especially in winter, so that it can survive the winter normally.

3. Light: The algae bell jade is not shade-tolerant and needs warm and sufficient light for normal growth. Therefore, it needs to be placed in a well-lit environment during the breeding process. Except for the strong light in summer, it can accept full sunlight in other seasons. It can be placed in semi-shade in summer, and it is just right to receive scattered light in the morning and evening.

4. Fertilization: The requirement for fertilizer is not high, and it can grow well without fertilization. If fertilization is required, it is recommended to apply special fertilizer for succulents to ensure that it can be absorbed normally, and the branches and leaves of the plant will grow round and full.

2. Breeding techniques

1. Reproduction: Sowing and division are the two main methods of reproduction. Do not bury it too deep when sowing, because its seeds are very small. The soil must be watered thoroughly before sowing. After sowing, it needs to be covered with plastic wrap to prevent water loss and placed in a sunny place to wait for germination. Division is usually carried out in the spring of each year, and the separated plants can be replanted along with the repotting.

2. Pruning: There is almost no need to prune the Algae Bell Jade because it has a relatively short plant shape and grows very slowly, and it will not grow too tall.

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

1. Disease: Soft rot will occur, which will cause the branches and leaves of the plant to become soft until they completely wither. It can be controlled by spraying a solution of carbendazim.

2. Pests: Nematodes will appear at the roots of the plant, preventing it from growing, so you can completely eliminate them by repotting, or you can use a dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane solution to control them.

IV. Other issues

1. Toxicity: Non-toxic, suitable for breeding.

2. Can it be raised at home? Yes. When the seedlings are young, the appearance of the Algae Bell Jade is like a rabbit and its ornamental value is very high.