How to care for the newly purchased Feather Arrowroot

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1. Soil

2. Environment

3. Watering

4. Fertilization

5. Pests and diseases

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It is best not to repot the arrowroot you just bought, but wait until it starts growing before repotting it. Before repotting, place it in a cool place for cultivation and keep it warm to prevent it from freezing. Do not water it when you first buy it, because it absorbs water slowly at this time. Avoid water accumulation in the pot to avoid damage to its root system. You can stop fertilizing at this time until it starts growing again.

1. Soil

1. Soil

Arrowroot does not have very high soil requirements, but it is best to use planting soil that is mixed with leaf mold soil, peat soil, etc., perlite and river sand. This kind of soil is better and meets the requirements of drainage, air permeability, and fertility. You can place a few mud tiles in the basin to facilitate soil drainage.

2. Environment

It likes a cool growth environment, and strong direct sunlight can easily cause the leaves to turn yellow and curl. It is best to place it in a place such as the living room or bedroom with a certain amount of light. If the scorching sun cannot be avoided, shade must be provided. It likes a warm living environment, and it is necessary to ensure that the temperature in the home is not too large. Insulation measures should be taken in winter.

3. Watering

Don’t water it when you first buy it. It absorbs water slowly when it is not growing rapidly. Avoid water accumulation in the pot. After starting to grow, you can water it every day to ensure that the soil is moist. In summer, it is best to spray water on and around its leaves frequently to increase air humidity.

4. Fertilization

It does not require much fertilizer. If you want it to grow more vigorously, you can use diluted liquid nitrogen fertilizer once a month. You can also use compound fertilizer or decomposed cake fertilizer. After fertilizing, water and loosen the soil to evenly distribute nutrients.

5. Pests and diseases

It is susceptible to insect pests during the growth period. Once the disease occurs, the diseased leaves must be removed immediately and the remaining parts should be disinfected. You can use 40% omethoate solution Carry out spraying treatment, generally spraying 2-3 times is enough.

2. Environment

3. Watering

4. Fertilization

5. Pests and diseases

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