South American narcissus cultivation methods and precautions

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1. Maintenance methods

2. Breeding skills

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

4. Other issues

Temperature: It is a plant that likes warmth and can grow better at 25-28℃. Lighting: Try to give it plenty of sunlight every day. Pay attention to shading in summer and keep it indoors to see more light in winter. Soil: South American narcissus prefers soil rich in humus, which can be prepared using garden soil, leaf humus soil and base fertilizer. Watering: Just keep the soil slightly moist at ordinary times, but less water is needed in winter.

1. Maintenance method

1. Temperature: The most suitable temperature for the growth of South American narcissus is 25-28℃. In summer, be careful that the temperature does not exceed 30℃, otherwise the growth will be slow. , should not be lower than 15℃ in winter.

2. Lighting: It has no requirements on the length of lighting time, as long as it provides enough sunlight. In winter and summer, you need to pay attention to adjusting the lighting. In summer, you need to keep it in a place with astigmatism or low light. In winter, you can give it full-day light.

3. Soil: South American narcissus has relatively high soil requirements. , it is best to prepare soil for it with a relatively high humus content. A soil mixed with garden soil, leaf humus soil and decomposed base fertilizer is more suitable for its growth.

4. Watering: Its water requirement is very simple, just keep the soil moist. In winter, the frequency of watering should be appropriately reduced, and there is no need to water during the flowering period.

2. Breeding skills

1 1. Repotting: It is best to repot in early spring, when the temperature gradually warms up, which is conducive to root establishment. Don't forget to add some base fertilizer when changing the pot. It still needs a lot of fertilizer.

2. Reproduction: There are many ways to propagate narcissus in South America, among which the most commonly used is propagation in balls. This method can be done when changing pots in spring. Just break off the small sub-balls next to the cue ball and find another pot to plant them.

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

1 . Pests and diseases: Aphids are prone to appear when the summer is hot and muggy. At the same time, aphids can also bring many viruses, which can be prevented by weeding and keeping the pot soil clean and hygienic. At the same time, 40% dimethoate solution 1000 times can also be used for prevention and control.

2. Yellowing: Yellowing of leaves is mostly caused by sunlight exposure or low ambient temperature in winter. If yellow leaves appear, timely remedial measures should be taken and the maintenance location should be moved in time to avoid Exposure to the sun, or raising the curing temperature in winter.

IV. Other questions

1 . Is it toxic? It is toxic to a certain extent. Try not to come into contact with its juice during the breeding process. If you accidentally get it on your body, wash it with clean water as soon as possible.

2. Can it be kept in the bedroom: There is no problem in raising South American narcissus at home, but its bulbs are toxic, so try not to keep it in the bedroom.

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