Can Western rhododendrons be grown on a closed balcony in the north?

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1. Can it be planted?

2. How to carry out planting and maintenance

Many people like Western Rhododendron very much. It blooms for a very long time. When it blooms, the flowers are numerous and beautiful. It can bloom several times in the same year, so many flower lovers like it. Plant a pot on the balcony for viewing. However, some friends in the north regret that it is difficult to plant it due to the climate. So whether it can be planted on a closed balcony in the north, let's take a look.

1. Can it be planted?

Friends in the north must not be discouraged. In fact, planting can also be done on a closed balcony, but it is relatively difficult and requires great care. As long as we persist in maintenance, we can enjoy the beauty of Western Rhododendron on the enclosed balcony in the north.

2. How to perform planting and maintenance

Choose the pot:

The Western azaleas that we buy normally have a lot of flower buds on them or are blooming. At this time, we must look at the flowers, not the pots, and we can set the pots. For normal management, due to changes in the environment, we can put it in a cool place and wait for 2-4 days before normal management can be carried out. In addition, when selecting, it is best not to choose those with more flowers and buds. Most of these are induced by hormones and are difficult to maintain after flowering. It is best to do it in late autumn or winter. It would be better to buy.

Watering:

Western Rhododendron It is more delicate than other flowers and prefers acidic soil and moisture. The tap water in the north is a bit alkaline. If you water it directly, it will cause poor growth and even yellowing, so at this time we Some soft water is needed for proper acid adjustment. Or you can use some rainwater or melted snow water. This does not require acidification and the effect is very good. In addition, just control the amount when watering.

Fertilization:

You can use some Use chemical fertilizers for watering once a month. During the budding period, you can use some flower-stimulating fertilizers for watering. In winter, you must stop fertilizing and just spray fertilizer.

Ventilation and light:

In the north, ventilation and humidity are not directly proportional. If ventilation is provided, the humidity will be greatly reduced, so it can only be used in the morning and evening. You can open windows and spray water around the floor when ventilating to increase humidity. Lighting is also very troublesome. It prefers shade, but it also needs a little light, so you need to feel it with your body. If the sun is comfortable, there is no need to shade. If it is very dazzling and sunny, Proper shading is required.

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