Silver Star breeding methods and precautions

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How to breed Silver Star

Precautions for breeding Silver Star

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Silver Stars prefer warm, dry and sunny environments. Not cold tolerant, resistant to drought and semi-shade, afraid of strong light exposure and moisture. So what should you pay attention to during the breeding process of Silver Star and what should you do?

How to breed Silver Star

How to breed Silver Star

Soil. When planting Silver Star, you can use soil made of peat mixed with perlite and cinder, and spread particles of clean river sand on the surface to isolate the plant from contact with the soil surface and make it more breathable.

Water. Silver Star watering follows the principle of drying out and watering thoroughly. Water only when it is completely dry, and do not water until it is dry. In summer, less or no water should be provided. Never spray or flood in winter. During the growth period of spring and autumn, it is enough to dry it thoroughly and water it thoroughly, and keep it moderately dry. Watering can be done once a week.

Lighting. Silver stars like full sun. The plants go dormant briefly during high temperatures in summer, and should be shaded appropriately at this time. Spring, autumn and early summer are the main growth periods of plants and can be given sufficient light.

Fertilize. Silver Star can be fertilized once a month. When the plants are dormant at high temperatures in summer, stop fertilizing and let the pot soil dry slightly.

Silver Star Breeding Precautions

Reproduction methods. Silver Star can be propagated by cuttings and can be carried out all year round, preferably in spring and autumn. When taking cuttings, you can use either rhizome or leaves.

Ventilation is very important. Good ventilation at ordinary times will not easily cause pests.

Repot every spring.

When watering in winter, do not water in the center of the leaves, as it may cause leaf rot, but you can clean the leaves at ordinary times.

Precautions for breeding Silver Star

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