How to raise Golden finger, breeding methods and maintenance points of Golden finger

Golden finger belongs to the cactus family, also known as golden handball, golden tube ball. Because it is easy to breed and will not sting, it is loved by everyone, so it is often used to combine potted plants, decorate homes, several tables and so on. So, what about Goldfinger? What are the breeding methods and maintenance points of Golden finger? Next, the editor will introduce to you how to raise the golden finger, the breeding method and the main points of maintenance.

First, the brief introduction of Goldfinger

Golden finger is also a kind of cactus, shaped like a human finger, with golden thorns, so it is called. The appearance is beautiful and charming, it is the ideal decoration for home.

II. Environmental requirements for the growth of Golden finger

1. Soil

Goldfinger likes fertile, well-drained soil, so choosing the right soil before planting can reduce a lot of unnecessary trouble. One is to reduce late fertilization, and the other is to reduce the occurrence of diseases and insect pests.

2. Lighting

Cactus plants originally grow in arid desert areas, there is plenty of sunshine, to move to ordinary homes to ensure the intensity of sunlight, all-day sunshine, there is no need for shading. Bask in the sun on sunny days, but it doesn't matter if there is no sunshine on cloudy days.

3. Temperature

The most suitable temperature for growth is 15: 22 ℃, and the temperature under full sunshine is 20: 28 ℃. Basically close to the temperature of people's life, there is no need to cool down and replenish the light at home. Be careful not to leave it outdoors in winter to avoid frostbite.

Third, the method of watering Golden finger

Goldfinger watering should adhere to do not water, watering is thoroughly. The most taboo is to pour shallow water every other time, especially the leftover water in the cup. Golden finger is very resistant to drought, when the winter temperature is low, keeping the basin soil slightly dry can survive the winter safely.

Fourth, the method of fertilization with Golden finger.

Golden finger does not need much fertilizer, fertilize once a month during the growth period, choose rotten cake fertilizer for dilution soaking, irrigate fertilizer water, or choose granular fertilizer, stop fertilization during winter dormancy.

V. Propagation methods of Golden finger

Cutting method and plant division method.

VI. Turning and changing basins of Goldfinger

Golden finger does not grow very fast, but a lot of balls will grow next to it for a period of time, which will soon be covered with basin noodles. The basin is usually turned once in 1 ~ 2 years, and ramet can be carried out when turning the basin. Goldfinger must stop watering for 5 days before changing the basin. When changing the basin, cut off the old root, rotten root and semi-withered root, put the golden finger after root cutting in a cool, ventilated and out-of-sun place, and dry the root for 5 mi for 6 days before planting.

7. Disease and pest control of Golden finger

Golden finger rarely occurs diseases and insect pests, there are anthrax, spot blight and shell insects and other hazards, we should do a good job of prevention and control, early detection, early treatment. These diseases and insect pests often occur when they are poorly ventilated, so attention should be paid to maintaining the ventilation of the culture environment.

8. Selection of flowerpots with golden fingers

1. Plastic basin: light texture, beautiful shape, cheap price, poor air permeability and water permeability, short service life.

2. Clay basin: it is made by roasting clay. The permeability is good, it is not easy to accumulate water, but it is easy to damage. It is also suitable for succulent plant cultivation.

3, porcelain basin: the production is very fine, often used to make a set basin, the appearance is very beautiful, there are a variety of colors and patterns. But the air permeability and water permeability are poor, so it is easy to be damaged. Suitable for medium-sized succulent plant decoration applications.

4. Wooden basin: it is often used to make all kinds of special-shaped basin ware, with traditional or modern flavor, which is more simple and natural. But the disadvantage is that the price is too high, and it is easy to rot and damage.

5. Purple sand basin: also known as Yixing basin. The appearance is beautiful and elegant, and the price is expensive, the air permeability and water permeability are poor, but also easy to damage.

6. Glass basin: glassware is unique in shape and diversified in specifications. The price is relatively moderate, but the deficiency is that it is airtight and easily damaged.