How to care for the newly purchased Dieffenbachia Guangdong

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1. Soil

2. Environment

3. Watering

4. Fertilization

5. Pruning and finishing

It is best to grow the purchased Dieffenbachia indoors and give it a room temperature above 18°C. Do not place it in places that receive direct sunlight, such as balconies, to avoid the problem of scorched edges or even yellowing of its leaves. Don't water too frequently, as it is most afraid of water accumulation in the soil. Wait until the soil is dry before watering. Don't fertilize it yet. Wait until it adapts to the new environment and starts growing again before fertilizing it.

1. Soil

If the pot soil that comes with it is too hard and hardened, the soil must be replaced. Be sure not to use alkaline soil. For home potting, we generally use planting soil mixed with leaf humus soil and sand. The soil has sufficient humus and has excellent drainage and air permeability.

2. Environment

Guangdong Dieffenbachia It likes a warm environment and is not cold-tolerant. After buying it, it is best to breed it indoors. Give it a room temperature above 18℃, and it should not be lower than 5℃ during winter. Do not place it in a place that can receive direct sunlight, such as a balcony. It will not affect you if you place it in a dark place. Too much light will cause the leaves to become scorched or even turn yellow.

3. Watering

It does not require much water, but it is best to keep the soil moist in summer. Except in summer, it does not need to be watered too frequently. It has fleshy roots and is most afraid of water accumulation in the soil. It is best to spray a little water around it or on the leaves frequently to maintain the surrounding air humidity and prevent the problem of dry leaf tips.

Four. Fertilization

It should be divided into Fertilize it in season. No fertilizer is needed in summer. In spring and autumn, you can use decomposed fertilizer once a month. You can also use thin liquid fertilizer once every half month during the growth period to promote its growth and development. Of course, it is best to add some organic fertilizer as base fertilizer when changing pots to improve fertility.

5. Pruning and finishing

It is necessary to promptly prune the yellow leaves, residual leaves and old leaves in the lower part to improve its ornamental quality and reduce the occurrence of diseases. You can wipe the leaves with beer to make them brighter. Be sure to use a soft cloth.

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