How to raise iron tree potted plants

Iron tree is a kind of plant that likes light but is more tolerant to semi-shade at the same time, but its cold tolerance is relatively poor, so winter maintenance needs to take timely measures to prevent cold and keep warm. And the iron tree not only likes the fertile and humid growth environment, but also more resistant to drought. In the growth is often relatively slow, so flowering is very difficult, generally need to raise more than 10 years before it is expected to bloom.

Although the iron tree grows slowly, it has a very long life and is of high ornamental value as a bonsai plant. Especially when a batch of new leaves are produced from the top every year, it is more attractive. But the premise is that it needs to be cultivated well, so how to raise the iron tree potted plant?

First, the light should be sufficient.

Because the iron tree is a kind of positive plant, the original location should choose a place that can fully receive light. Because if the light is not enough, the plants tend to grow poorly. But at the same time, you should also avoid the hot sun in summer, otherwise you will also be burned.

Second, the soil should be changed in time.

Tieshu likes a loose and breathable slightly acidic basin environment, so we should match the soil according to this standard. Not only that, iron trees that change soil regularly need to keep changing the soil every two years. And when the plant grows up, it is recommended to replace the flowerpot as well. Pay attention to protect the rhizome when changing the basin.

Third, the humidity should be appropriate.

For irontree watering, it is usually watered every night in summer, 3-5 days in spring and 5-10 days in winter. But no matter in which season, do not water too much to avoid rotting roots.

Fourth, cut yellow leaves at the right time

Iron trees are often prone to yellow leaves when they are attacked by cold wave, zinc deficiency, sunburn and so on. In addition to timely adjustment of management methods, we also need to cut off the yellow leaves in time so as not to affect the germination and growth of new leaves. And as long as the roots are good, it doesn't hurt to cut off all the leaves of the iron tree.

Time: 2019-05-28 Click: