How to grow goosefoot and what you should pay attention to

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1. Maintenance methods

2. Breeding skills

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

4. Other issues

Lighting: Schefflera prefers sunlight, so it should be cultivated in the sun as much as possible. Moisture: When watering it, you need to wait until the soil is completely dry before watering, and be careful not to cause stagnant water. Temperature: 16℃-24℃ is more suitable for its growth. The maximum temperature during summer breeding should not exceed 30℃. Soil: Loose, breathable and well-drained soil is more suitable for its growth. Just mix garden soil and river sand.

1. Maintenance methods

1. Lighting: It is more suitable for an environment with sufficient lighting. Try to place it in a place with good sunlight conditions. But you still have to be careful to prevent sunburn in the summer, and just make sure there's enough sunlight in the winter.

2. Moisture: Be careful when watering goosefoot. Wait until the soil is completely dry before watering. Water thoroughly every time. Water more in summer and less in winter, especially in winter. If you water too much in winter, root rot will occur.

3. Temperature: 16℃-24℃ is more suitable When it grows, it should not exceed 30°C in summer. Try to raise it indoors in winter, and the temperature must be kept above 12°C. However, you must not blindly pursue the temperature and place it next to the heater or stove.

4. Soil: It is best to use relatively fertile soil for cultivating goosefoot. When preparing the soil, it is best to make it looser, which is of great benefit to drainage and root absorption.

2. Breeding skills

1 , Pruning: Most plants need to be pruned, and Schefflera is no exception. When pruning, mainly dry leaves, yellow leaves and flower stalks after flowering. In addition, when severe pests and diseases occur, pruning can be done appropriately to control the disease.

2. Repotting: Repotting is basically done every spring. When repotting, the soil at the roots can be properly retained. After adding new sterilized potting soil to the flowerpot, Just replant and remember to water thoroughly.

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

1 . Pests: The buckler scale is a relatively common insect pest, which seriously affects the ornamental value of Schefflera. Once found, it should be brushed immediately, or diluted with red wall branches and sprayed. The effect is more obvious.

2. Red spider mites: Red spider mites are usually not easy to detect, and they seriously affect the water metabolism balance of plants. Once discovered, they should be sprayed with 40% dicofol immediately, and they will soon disappear. Effect.

IV. Other questions

1 . Can it be cultivated indoors: Schefflera can be cultivated indoors, but good ventilation must be maintained indoors to avoid pests and bacteria breeding. It is best not to cultivate it in the bedroom, as it will absorb oxygen and release carbon dioxide at night.

2. Is it toxic? The juice of goosefoot is slightly toxic. If you accidentally come into contact with its juice during breeding, you should rinse it with clean water in time, but it is not very toxic. It is large and does not pose a major threat. Just pay more attention when breeding.

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