Culture methods and matters needing attention of Daphne odora

Daphne is a very beautiful and generous plant, there are many varieties of Daphne, among which Phnom Penh is very famous, which is not only suitable for viewing but also a good gift. However, Daphne odorifera is a kind of floral plant with strong floral fragrance, so it is necessary to pay attention to ventilation and respect the living habits of Ruixiang.

How to grow Ruixiang flowers

Daphne prefers semi-overcast and more ventilated environment, more afraid of strong light exposure, like wet, not very drought-resistant, but should also be careful not to be too wet. The soil generally chooses loose and fertile soil with good drainage. When applying fertilizer, it is mainly nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, and base fertilizer can be used. Pay attention to keeping the temperature and giving enough light in winter and spring.

Culture methods and matters needing attention of Daphne odora

1. Temperature and light

Ruixiang likes a warm and cool growing environment, likes shade and fears cold. Avoid direct sunlight, do a good job of shading in summer, and properly ventilate. In winter, the plant should be moved to the sunny place indoors and kept at room temperature above 8 ℃.

2. Watering

Daphne likes to be moist, usually keep the basin soil dry or too wet, summer Ruixiang into a semi-dormant state, can appropriately reduce the amount of water.

3. Soil

Daphne is suitable to choose acid soil with loose, fertile and good drainage.

4. Fertilizer

Ruixiang fertilizer is mainly nitrogen fertilizer and potash fertilizer, and must apply fully ripened fertilizer liquid, but also add a small amount of black alum water. Note that the fertilizer of Daphne should be light and must not be too thick. It is not suitable to apply fertilizer when the basin soil is too wet or the temperature is too high and too low. Some rotten barnyard manure can be applied before overwintering.

5. Matters needing attention in the culture of Daphne odora

Daphne is more resistant to pruning, usually before its germination, can cut off dense branchlets, leaving some gaps, conducive to ventilation and light. Daphne is suitable for pruning after flower fade. In addition to shortening the branches that have already bloomed, overlapping branches, overdense branches, overgrown branches and diseased branches should also be cut off to ensure the beautiful shape of the plant.

Daphne generally turns the pot and changes the soil every 2-3 years, usually after the flowers fade. When turning the basin, remove about 2 to 3 of the old soil, while properly trimming some too long fibrous roots, can be combined with turning the basin, properly lift the roots.