What are the methods and precautions for cultivating hibiscus flowers?

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1. Breeding methods

2. Precautions

When cultivating hibiscus, place it in a light place to let it get more sun. But avoid the scorching sun in summer and avoid exposure to the sun. It is not cold-tolerant and likes to grow in a temperature environment between 18-25 degrees. Pay attention to temperature control in winter. The soil requirements are not high and it is resistant to both barrenness and alkali. However, it is best to use slightly acidic, fertile, loose soil, which is most conducive to growth. You don’t need to water too frequently, it’s better to water less than too much. Also, watch out for pests and diseases.

1. Breeding methods

1. Light: It is a tropical plant and loves light very much. Usually, it should be maintained in a place with relatively good light, and it will bloom and grow better if it is exposed to more sun. However, the light in summer is too strong, so you need to avoid it in time, otherwise you will easily get burned.

2. Temperature: Tropical plants have poor cold tolerance , usually provide the most suitable temperature between 18-25 degrees, which is most conducive to growth. After cooling down in winter, you should take measures to keep warm to avoid frostbite.

3. Soil: It has almost no requirements on soil, and is resistant to barrenness and alkali. However, if you use slightly acidic, fertile and loose soil, the growth will be more vigorous, and the flowers will be larger and more beautiful.

4. Watering: It likes a humid environment, but is afraid of it. In case of waterlogging, the amount of watering should be controlled in normal times. It is better to water less than too much and not to accumulate water. The soil should be slightly moist during the growing season. Avoid the rainy season in time and move indoors for maintenance, otherwise water accumulation will easily lead to root rot.

2. Precautions

1. Insect pests: If the environment provided during maintenance is uncomfortable, it is easy to be infected by pests. Common pests include red spiders, armyworms, etc. Treat by spraying as soon as possible after discovery. Just choose dichlorvos or dimethoate emulsion as the drug. It is also necessary to change the maintenance environment, provide more ventilation, and provide appropriate temperature and humidity.

2. Diseases: In addition to insect pests, it is also easy to be infected with brown Spot, leaf blight. After discovery, spray Bordeaux liquid, remove the diseased leaves, and burn them. As long as it is dealt with promptly, you can get treatment.

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