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How to grow glass jade

Glass green leaves turn yellow

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Glass Cui, also known as Glass Begonia, is named because its flowers, leaves and stems are all fleshy and resemble glass. Its branches and leaves are usually green, and its flowers are colorful and colorful, just like a beautiful woman in full makeup. If cultivated properly, it can bloom all year round and is a good indoor small potted ornamental flower.

How to grow glass jade

Cultivation methods of glass green emeralds

1.   Soil:

Cultivate soil with compost Mix leaf soil, garden soil and coarse sand in a ratio of 1:1:1, and add a small amount of bean cake as base fertilizer.

2.  Humidity:

Glass likes moist air, and the optimal relative air humidity is 40 to 60%. If the air is dry, , otherwise the leaves will lose their emerald green luster, and may even become unstretched, shrink and curl, and have dry edges. Therefore, in summer, in addition to proper shading from direct sunlight, spraying water on the leaves and the ground around the potted flowers several times a day can increase air humidity, lower the temperature, and keep the leaves green.

3.   Lighting:

Shade appropriately in summer and avoid direct sunlight. In winter, move it indoors and place it on a windowsill with sufficient sunlight. During the entire growth and development process, it is best to rotate the flower pot once every 7 days or so to ensure that all parts of the plant receive even light and the plant shape is beautiful.

4.  Temperature:

Glass likes a warm environment. The best temperature is 18℃ to 25℃. It should not be lower than that for overwintering. Only when the temperature is kept above 10°C and above 13°C can the flowers bloom continuously.

5.   Fertilization:

Apply top dressing every 10 days during the growth period; decomposed cake fertilizer and water are suitable, and the concentration of fertilizer solution It is 0.2%; apply once 15 days after flowering. When there is insufficient fertilizer and water, the stems and leaves will be thin and yellow, which will affect flowering; too much fertilizer and water or excessive shade will make the plant's stems and leaves elongated and prone to lodging. Fertilization should be stopped in time, and the tops of the branches should be removed to encourage lower branches.

The role of glass jade

1 ,   Decoration of Home

Glass green branches and leaves are lush and green. This type of plant has always been a common species in home decoration, and is placed on desktops, windowsills, balconies, etc. The place adds greenery to the room, making the people living there more comfortable and natural.

2.   Fresh air

Green plants must carry out photosynthesis, so they will exchange air with the surrounding environment. In this process , there will always be some effect of purifying the air more or less. Glass emerald is a sun-loving plant and needs sunlight all year round. The oxygen released during photosynthesis is more beneficial to improving the air quality in your home.

3.  Cure mosquito bites

According to friends who have tried it, the juice of glass jade can cure itching caused by mosquito bites. The skin will be itchy after mosquito bites. Wiping the bitten area with the water from the glass emerald leaves can relieve the itching.

Glass green leaves turn yellow

1.   Excessive sunlight

Glass green will grow better if it gets enough sunlight, but too much sunlight will cause the leaves to grow. Yellow, so you should pay attention to shading the glass green in summer, but in winter, it should be maintained on the windowsill, balcony and other places to provide sufficient light.

2.  Water too much

The rhizomes of the glass emerald are fleshy, so pay attention to the watering problem and do not overwater. Too much to avoid waterlogging, the root system cannot breathe and the leaves will turn yellow and fall. Just keep the soil moist.

3.  The humidity is too low     

Glass Green has relatively high requirements for air humidity. The optimal relative air humidity is 40 to 60%. If the air is dry, otherwise the leaves will lose their green luster, and the leaves may even become unstretched, shrink and curl, and have dry edges. Therefore, during high temperatures in summer, attention should be paid to increasing the amount of water sprayed on the leaves. Air humidity.

Glass green leaves turn yellow

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