How to raise the dragon iron tree

Modern indoor decoration, in addition to the appropriate decoration, such as dragon iron tree this green plant is also a good decoration, but also can purify the air. Then do you know how to raise dragon iron tree?

How to raise Dragon Iron Tree?

1. soil

Dragon iron tree requirements loose, fertile, permeable sandy soil, every 2-3 years to change the pot once, with loose, slightly acidic sandy loam, mixed with 20% organic matter decomposed base fertilizer, growth period of a small amount of topdressing, 1-2 times a year 200-300 times ferrous sulfate water control yellow leaf disease (iron deficiency).

2. water and fertilizer

Watering once more than half a month in spring, from late spring to summer growth season, so that it can fully receive light; watering when dry, keep the soil moist, spray water on the leaves in the morning and evening; apply lighter liquid fertilizer once every ten days. Gradually control watering frequency and quantity after autumn; fully accept direct sunlight; spray water properly when temperature is high. In winter, control the amount and frequency of watering, about half a month watering once.

3. light and temperature

The best growth temperature in winter is about 15 degrees, the lowest is 5-10 degrees, because the temperature is too low will cause brown patches on the leaves; the chicken temperature is maintained at 15-25 degrees, and the sun should be paid attention to. In other seasons and conditions, sunlight can be used, which will grow better.

The growth of dragon iron tree is relatively slow, generally to cultivate about 10 years before flowering. However, its plant type is beautiful, in addition to being used as a potted plant, it can also be planted as a garden plant.