How to breed Xiaomi Star

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Xiaomi Star uses mixed soil of cinder, peat soil, perlite or special soil for succulents. In a cool and dry environment, it can grow faster; September to June is the growing season, and it should be maintained in full sunshine; during the growth period, ensure that the soil is moist, and increase the frequency of watering when entering the dormant period in summer. It can also be propagated by cuttings.

Cultivation methods of Xiaomi Star

Soil requirements of Xiaomi Star

The planting soil of Xiaomi Star is generally cinder mixed with peat and a small amount of perlite, with a ratio of about 5:4:1. Spread small stones on the soil surface. Pebbles are necessary to avoid long-term watering. The nutrients on the soil surface will be washed away, causing soil compaction.

However, you usually buy millet with potting soil directly from the flower market, and buy some special soil for succulents, so you don’t need to prepare it yourself.

Temperature requirements of Xiaomi Star

< p> Millet star likes a cool and dry environment and grows rapidly in a cool environment. In fact, Xiaomi Star can also withstand low temperatures of 2°C (indoor temperature). In winter, just move Xiaomi Star to a relatively cool indoor environment, and the temperature should be around 10°C, not too high. The temperature of the heating at home is sometimes over 20 degrees, so it is recommended to place the Xiaomi Star in a slightly cooler place.

Lighting requirements of Xiaomi Star

< p>September to June every year is the growing season of millet. The sunlight intensity at this time is moderate and it can be maintained in full sun. However, proper shade is needed in summer to prevent the leaves from being burned. In the case of insufficient light, the spacing between leaves will become elongated, resulting in a loose plant shape, the red color on the edges of the leaves will disappear, and the entire plant will be dull. In a sunny environment, the plant shape will be compact and stocky, and the distance between stem nodes will also be shortened.

How to water Xiaomi Star

During the growth period of millet, it is necessary to ensure that the soil is moist and avoid water accumulation. Millet star will enter the dormant period throughout the summer. Water appropriately, increase the frequency of water spraying, ensure sufficient relative humidity, and provide good ventilation.

In winter, although millet star is in the growth stage, it needs to be watered appropriately and sprayed with a small amount of water. If the temperature is lower than 5℃, try not to water.

The reproduction method of Xiaomi Star

< p>Take healthy branches with growing points, cut them into sections about 3 to 5 centimeters high, dry the wounds and cut them. You can also cut them directly in dry granular soil. Give them a small amount of water after a few days. This is a very easy variety to propagate. , many small roots tend to grow between the leaves and leaves.

Precautions for breeding Xiaomi Star

       Control water and supplement light

Xiaomi Star likes a cool environment, so in spring and autumn It is the period of vigorous growth, and it is important to control watering well. Watering and sunlight must cooperate with each other. If you water more, you will grow faster if you get more sunlight. In addition, the temperature in winter should not be too high to avoid affecting the recovery of Xiaomi Star.

Prune in time

The editor reminds you that in the process of maintaining millet stars, you should prune frequently to ensure a compact plant shape. , the pruned branches can be used for cuttings.

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