How to fertilize aloe vera, what kind of fertilizer is good?

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1. Fertilization time

2. Types of fertilizers

3. Fertilization method

4. Precautions

Basic fertilizer is required when planting in pots, and top dressing is also required during the growth period. Bone meal, fish meal, etc. can be used as base fertilizer, and liquid fertilizer or solid compound fertilizer can be used as top dressing during the growth period. After the base fertilizer is selected, it is mixed directly with the substrate. Liquid fertilizer needs to be diluted and then used, and solid fertilizer is buried in the soil. The frequency of fertilization can be controlled at once every 15 days. The main fertilizer used is fertilizer containing relatively high amounts of phosphorus and potassium. It should be noted that it is best to fertilize in the morning or evening, not at noon.

1. Fertilization time

Aloe vera has relatively strong adaptability and does not require too much fertilizer, but an appropriate amount of fertilizer will help its growth. The first thing is to use an appropriate amount of base fertilizer when planting in the pot. Furthermore, top dressing can also be used appropriately during the normal growth period.

2. Types of fertilizers

Basic fertilizers mainly use solid substances, such as bone meal, fish meal, etc. Top dressing can be either solid fertilizer or liquid fertilizer, such as compound fertilizer or liquid fertilizer.

3. Fertilization method

1 After preparing the base fertilizer, you can evenly mix it with the substrate, and then plant the plants. If you use solid fertilizer when topdressing, you can bury it in the soil on the edge of the flower pot. Do not get too close to the root system, otherwise it will easily cause root rot. If it is a liquid fertilizer, you must first dilute it with water and then apply it on the soil surface.

2. The interval between fertilization can be once every 15 days, and fertilization does not need to be too frequent.

3. Since aloe vera is a succulent plant, the fertilizer applied is mainly a fertilizer containing more elements of phosphorus and potassium, and less nitrogen.

IV. Precautions

Fertilization You should also pay attention to the specific time. It is not suitable to fertilize at noon. It is best to choose the two time periods of morning and evening.

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