How to cultivate the beautiful flower horn

Soil preparation for the cultivation of meihuajiao

The soil preparation for the hornwort is relatively simple. Perlite is mixed with peat, vermiculite and cinders. The proportions are random and air permeability is the main consideration. Pumice is laid on the soil surface. Groups of hornworts grow relatively tall, and they tend to grow tall even if there is insufficient light. Normally, you can water the soil only when it is very dry, and basically water it thoroughly.

Maintenance methods of Meihuajiao during its growth and dormancy period

Summer is the growing season of the beautiful flower corner, and the plant also needs slight shade and ventilation. During the high temperature period from July to September, it is basically maintained with semi-shading and ventilation.

Water only when the soil is completely dry from September to December. Throughout the cold winter, the temperature is below 2 degrees and almost no water is needed. At this time, the plant enters a dormant period. Less water can also prevent frostbite and root rot caused by low temperature. When the soil in the pot is dry, the Cape flower plant is more resistant to low temperatures. The temperature in Feng Kite's sunroom is minus 4 degrees Celsius, and the Cape flower plant will not change. This temperature is measured in the sunroom. Feng Kite usually puts a basin of water in the sunroom. If the water freezes, it needs to be heated. As long as it is not open to the sky, the Cape flower plant can withstand such temperature.

During the growing period of the flower horn, water is basically given only when the plant is completely dry. Generally, watering is not done over the head, otherwise it may cause the plant to rot. This variety has no hairs and is less likely to rot, but if moisture gets on the ball, there will be marks on the edges of the areoles. Watering in spring must be gradual, paying attention to weather changes. The beautiful flower corner is relatively easy to take care of.

How to propagate the horn of the American flower

The main way to propagate the American horn is by sowing, and it can also be grafted. However, the growth from sowing is very slow, so be patient. The picture below is the seedling horn of the American phoenix grown by Feng Kite. It has grown in groups. It is beneficial for it to see more sunlight during the flowering period. Just be careful not to get sunburned in the summer.