How to grow Strelitzia reginae on the balcony, what should you pay attention to?

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1. Lighting

2. Proper water supply

3. Apply fertilizer

4. Temperature requirements

Strelitzia reginae likes sunlight and can be raised on the balcony, which can promote good growth. However, the sun is too harsh in summer, so you can use objects to block it and maintain it under astigmatism. It has water requirements, the frequency is determined according to seasonal changes, and the amount of water cannot be too much. Fertilize properly during the growth period, apply thin liquid fertilizer every two weeks, and apply more fertilizer before and after the flowering period. The temperature is maintained at around 15-25°C, and is higher than 5°C in winter.

1. Light

Strelitzia reginae likes sunlight. Sufficient light is conducive to growth. Only by maintaining sufficient and reasonable sunlight can good growth be promoted and can also be used. The number of flowers increases and the flowering period becomes longer. During daily maintenance at home, it can be placed on the balcony so that the lighting can be fully satisfied. However, it cannot accept strong light stimulation. The summer sun is too harsh. If you continue to keep it on the balcony, the branches and leaves will be burned and the petals may fall. You can use objects to block it and place it under astigmatism for maintenance.

2. Proper water supply

During its growth and maintenance, it needs water, and the frequency can be determined according to seasonal changes. The amount of water should not be too much each time, just water it thoroughly at one time. In summer, you can spray water on the leaves to increase humidity. In winter, keep the pot soil dry and don't give too much water.

3. Apply fertilizer

During its growth period, it needs to be properly fertilized to ensure growth, especially during the period of vigorous growth, thin liquid fertilizer should be applied every two weeks. Apply fertilizer before and after the flowering period to promote bright flowers and strong plants.

IV. Temperature requirements

Strelitzia reginae cannot tolerate cold, and the optimal growth temperature is maintained at around 15-25°C. The temperature in winter should be higher than 5℃ and not too low.

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