What kind of soil is the best for Clivia to nourish its roots? What are the disadvantages of using p

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1. What soil should be used to grow roots?

2. Disadvantages of pine needle soil

For Clivia, it is better to use leaf mold soil and pine needle soil to nourish the roots. Its root system is fleshy, so you must use loose soil with good permeability, otherwise it will cause root rot, let alone root maintenance. Mush leaf soil has high air permeability and is rich in nutrients, while pine needle soil has a very light texture and is very breathable. However, there are relatively few nutrients in pine needle soil and there are many miscellaneous bacteria.

1. What kind of soil should be used to grow roots?

When cultivating Clivia, use loose soil with good air permeability, because its roots are fleshy roots and poor air permeability will cause root rot. In addition, the drainage of the soil is also very important. Try to use soil that is rich in humus and well-drained. This kind of soil is the most nourishing for roots. The most suitable choices are leaf mold soil and pine needle soil. Note that there should be no other impurities in the soil.

The leaf rot soil is very loose and contains It is relatively rich in nutrients; the permeability of pine needle soil is also relatively water-retaining, and its texture is very light, and it also has a certain insect-proof effect. The slender pine needle soil can well control the space and water in the flower pot, which is very helpful for the growth of plant roots.

2. Disadvantages of pine needle soil

1. Low nutrients: There is no doubt that the permeability of pine needle soil is very good. However, it can be said that it contains very few nutrients, is difficult to rot, and can only play a role in loosening the soil to a certain extent, so fertilization cannot be forgotten during the maintenance period.

2. There are many miscellaneous bacteria: this kind of soil has many miscellaneous bacteria. There are so many bacteria that most florists forget to disinfect them before use, which is a threat to plant growth.

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