How to cultivate epiphyllum seedlings
As a plant spirit that blooms at night, epiphyllum is favored by gardening enthusiasts for its fleeting beauty. Aiming at the maintenance and flowering management of epiphyllum japonica seedlings that novices are most concerned about, this paper will systematically analyze the key points of the entire process from seedling cultivation to flowering maintenance. Guidelines for Scientific Cultivation of Epiphyllum Seedling Substrate Ratio and Flower Vessel Selection Use a mixed substrate of peat soil + perlite + coarse river sand (ratio 2:1:1), and a 3-cm-thick ceramsite is laid on the bottom to enhance drainage. It is recommended to use red pottery pots with strong air permeability, and the diameter of the pot should be about 5 cm larger than the crown width of the plant. Light and temperature control strategy Maintain scattered light for 4 hours per day during the seedling period, and cover 50% of the shade from 10:00 to 15:00 in summer. It is best to maintain the temperature at 18-25℃, and in winter, it is necessary to ensure that the temperature is not lower than 12℃ at night. Temperature and hygrometer can be used to monitor environmental data in real time. The growth period of the water and fertilizer management cycle follows the principle of "seeing dry, seeing wet", and the water is watered once every 5 days in spring and summer. Alternate use organic liquid fertilizer (soybean water) and NPK compound fertilizer (20-20-20) diluted 1000 times every month. Wash the leaves with clear water after fertilization. Water management during flowering period of epiphyllum japonica, control water during flower bud differentiation period and properly control water 2 weeks before bud emergence to maintain soil water content at about 30%, which can stimulate flower bud differentiation. Excessive watering at this stage may lead to flower buds falling off. Water replenishing techniques in full flowering period When the flower stalk is extended to 5cm, normal watering will be resumed. Use the dipping pot method to replenish water to prevent the flowers from getting wet. It is recommended to carry out this operation at 6-7 pm. The water temperature should be consistent with the ambient temperature. Excessive temperature differences may cause falling flowers.
By accurately controlling the supply of water and fertilizer at each growth stage and cooperating with scientific environmental control, even novice growers can successfully cultivate epiphyllum plants with flourishing flowers and luxuriant leaves. Only by regularly observing the condition of the plants and adjusting the maintenance plan in a timely manner can we witness the stunning bloom of the "Beauty under the Moon".