How to plant potted plants

Potted plants refer to living plants planted in pots. Potted plants must be living plants, different from potted flowers (which can be simulated flowers). So how to grow potted plants?

First, how to plant potted plants

1. Select the flowerpot

Water is the source of life, and the same is true for potted plants. When choosing a flowerpot, make sure that there are enough drainage holes at the bottom of the flowerpot. The more drainage holes, the better the drainage and air permeability of the flowerpot. Flowerpots with poor drainage will cause serious stagnant water at the roots of potted plants, resulting in premature death of potted plants.

2. Select soil

Do not choose natural soil, the purchase of formal flower soil is the best choice. Flower soil is a kind of loose mixed soil, which contains peat moss, vermiculite and decomposing organic matter, which can provide a suitable soil environment for pot cultivation. If you are growing succulent plants or cacti, this kind of mixed floral soil is perfect.

3. Plant selection

Different plants have different needs for growth space and environment, so it is particularly important to choose a suitable pot plant according to the size and environment of their own cultivation space. Imagine that on a porch with only one hour of light every morning, is it possible to grow a rose that needs six hours of light a day to blossom? Therefore, when choosing potted plants, it is best to consult relevant books or materials in advance or consult experienced gardeners. According to your indoor sunshine and environment, choose a kind of pot that can adapt to this environment and can thrive.

After selecting the cultivated plants, prepare the corresponding number of flowerpots. One flower and one pot is the best choice. If plants must be mixed, make sure they have the same requirements for light and soil conditions. Plants growing in different environments cannot be mixed, just as you cannot expect violets and cacti to grow together in the same flowerpot.

4. Fixed flowerpot

Move the flowerpot before filling and watering, otherwise if your flowerpot is very large, it will be difficult to move after filling. In addition, in order to prevent the wanton spread of water while ensuring the smoothness of drainage, a coffee filter or a broken flowerpot can be placed under the hole at the bottom of the flowerpot.

5. Watering

When watering for the first time, you should first know the wettability of the soil to avoid overwatering. Generally speaking, the correct watering method should be: a small number of times, constantly turning. Turn the soil while watering until it becomes loose and moist.