How to care for Amaranthus japonica

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1. Maintenance methods

2. Breeding skills

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

4. Other issues

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It is also called "car beam wood" and is a deciduous tree. It is widely distributed in our country, with large-scale planting in both southern and northern regions. Its height is very high, reaching six to fourteen meters. Its leaves are opposite and oval in shape, with a length of 4 to 12 cm and a width of 1.7 to 5.3 cm. Its flowers are very small and bloom in May.

1. Maintenance methods

1. Maintenance methods

1. Temperature: Generally speaking, warmth is the most suitable for it, that is, between 15 and 25 degrees. However, whether in winter or summer, its temperature tolerance is very good. It can tolerate a low temperature of minus 27 degrees and a high temperature of 43 degrees. Therefore, generally speaking, no special measures need to be taken.

2. Light: It is a light-loving plant. However, it can also tolerate partial shade. However, under particularly shaded conditions, it will only bloom and produce very few fruits. So, try to let it receive enough sunlight.

3. Watering: It is very intolerant of waterlogging. Too much water can cause serious damage to its root system. Therefore, not only should you not water too much, but the stagnant water caused by too much rain must be drained immediately to avoid damage.

4. Fertilization: Alpinia does not require much fertilizer. , in addition to the nutrients in the soil, top dressing can be done once a month or two months.

2. Breeding skills

1 . Reproduction: Its reproductive ability is relatively strong, and a commonly used method is sowing. In mid- to late-September, seeds can be harvested and stored in a cool and ventilated place. Sow seeds in the spring of the second year. Soak the seeds in water at 50 degrees Celsius before sowing. It is best to sow seeds in sandy soil. After spreading the seeds, cover them with a layer of soil about two centimeters thick and then flatten them. Then remove the surrounding weeds promptly and maintain humidity.

2. Pruning: Usually the plants may have some spots due to various reasons. Leaves that are dry or yellow due to various reasons need to be cut off in time. Then before entering winter, it must be pruned properly.

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

1 , Diseases: mainly diseases targeting leaves, such as "leaf blight", "rust", etc., which require timely spraying and plenty of ventilation.

2. Pests: There are usually not too many pests. After emergence, in addition to controlling the pest itself, it is best to properly disinfect the soil first.

4. Other questions

1 , Toxicity: Amaranth is non-toxic and harmless.

2. Whether it can be grown at home: also mentioned above However, its height is very high, so it is generally not raised at home and is not suitable for keeping at home.

2. Breeding skills

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

4. Other issues

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