How to take care of the newly bought petals

1. Water

Catharanthus pomatia is one of the easier flowers and plants to grow. Newly purchased catnip generally does not need to be watered. If it is short of water, you might as well place it outdoors to let it get wet in the rain. But pay attention to the drainage properties of the flower pots and soil. Water should penetrate but not accumulate.

2. Lighting

The newly bought catnip needs to be exposed to sufficient scattered light. Be careful not to expose it to direct sunlight, otherwise the leaves will turn yellow and the branches will grow too long. You can choose to place it on the balcony of your home so that it can receive sufficient sunlight through the glass.

3. Fertilization

Pogostemon cablin is a type of plant that is not tolerant to fertilizers, and this is especially true for newly purchased pogostemon cablins. Its adaptability becomes even lower due to changes in the environment. When applying fertilizer normally, you should also pay attention to applying less fertilizer. It is sufficient to apply phosphorus and potassium fertilizers once a month, and try to apply less nitrogen fertilizer to prevent excessive growth.

4. Pruning

The newly bought catnip needs to be pruned, and the bottom and rotten branches and leaves should be cut off in time to prevent diseases, pests and insects. If you cut off branches and leaves that are growing well, you can still use them for cuttings and grow a new pot of catnip.