How to breed Ebisuke

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Maintenance needs

Breeding method

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Ebisuga is a plant of the Apocynaceae family. It is quite famous among succulents. However, there are still many flower lovers who don’t know how to grow Ebisuga. So the editor will introduce its cultivation method. Bar.

Maintenance needs

Growth Habits

Ebisuxia prefers a warm, dry, sunny environment and is afraid of water accumulation. The growth period is generally from May to October.

Maintenance requirements

Media and pots

Ebisuxia's root system grows very quickly. You can use 3--6mm full-grain soil and peat mixed with a ratio of 7:3. Ebisuga generally grows close to the ground in its place of origin, so we can also plant it close to the ground. The pot can choose a type with a diameter and height of 2:1.

Soil

Remember to choose potting soil with good air permeability and drainage properties and coarser particles. It will be best if it contains an appropriate amount of calcium. Couldn't be better. For example, 20% leaf humus soil or peat soil is mixed with 30% bluestone and coarse sand, and then mixed with an appropriate amount of shell powder to provide ventilation, drainage and nutrients.

Light

Like most succulents, sunlight is also a nutrient for Ebisu. During the growth period, it is best to be in a sunroom with full sunlight. Be sure not to expose it to direct sunlight in summer, and remember to provide appropriate shade.

Temperature

Ebisu laughs It can withstand a low temperature of 4 degrees, but even so, do not let it be exposed to too low a temperature in winter, and the minimum temperature should be above 10℃. High temperatures in summer may cause it to enter a semi-dormant state, so good ventilation is required.

Watering

During the growth period, water is basically watered every two days. You are not afraid of moist soil, but only afraid of water accumulation. There is a big temperature difference in autumn. When the leaves turn yellow or red, it may be dormant. It is best to stop watering in time or choose a small amount of water. In winter, you may need to stop watering completely and keep the soil dry. Generally speaking, don't dry it or water it, water it thoroughly.

Fertilization

It is more economical than the growth rate of Xu Xiao itself, which shows that it does not require too much nutrients. You can apply low nitrogen, high phosphorus, potassium, and compound fertilizer once a month. It is best to stop fertilizing in summer, but remember to maintain a well-ventilated environment and avoid hot and humid conditions. In winter, you can apply some thin fertilizer as appropriate.

Propagation methods

The main methods of propagation of Ebisuxiao are sowing and grafting.

Sow seeds

The fruits will be produced. After the seeds are mature, you can collect them yourself. The suitable temperature for germination is 22℃--24℃, and it will take about 10--15 days to germinate.

Grafting

Adopt the flat grafting method, cut off the fleshy stems of Ebisu Xiao, stick them tightly to the rootstock, tie them firmly and tightly, and then loosen them after the wound heals, and then graft The most suitable time is May-June.

This is the editor’s introduction to the breeding method of Ebisuke. I hope it will be useful to everyone.

Breeding method

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