Breeding methods and matters needing attention for pink beauties
Meat lovers are always attracted by the unique gradient colors of pink beauties, but many novices are often confused why their plants are difficult to show pink and pink. This Lichlosia plant in the Crassulaceae family has special requirements for maintenance conditions, and key skills can be mastered to make the leaves appear charming pink gradient. Environmental regulation to achieve the optimal ratio of temperature and light to gold, the temperature difference between day and night needs to be maintained in the range of 8 - 10 ℃. In spring and autumn, open-air maintenance can be carried out to promote coloring. Sunshade net protection is needed when it exceeds 32 ℃ in summer, and wintering temperatures above 12 ℃ are maintained in winter. Direct light for more than 4 hours per day combined with scattered light for 2 hours is the key to the pink edges of the leaves. Special requirements for air circulation. The enclosed environment may cause fading of leaves. It is recommended to open windows for ventilation three times a week for 1 hour each time. In the plum rainy season, small circulation fans need to be coordinated to maintain air flow around the plants. Scientific water and fertilizer management plan Precise watering cycle adopts the "dipping pot method" in the spring and autumn growing season, and soak for 15 minutes every 7 days. Switch to spray water during the summer dormancy period, and moisten the leaves twice a week. In winter, water is strictly controlled, and a small amount of water is supplied along the edge of the basin for 20 - 25 days. Nutritional supplement strategy Apply meaty slow-release fertilizer every month during the growing period, combined with potassium dihydrogen phosphate foliar fertilizer (ratio of 1: 1500). Nutrient solution containing anthocyanins can be added during the critical coloring period to promote the precipitation of pink pigments. Breeding and modeling skills cutting operation points Select lateral buds with 3 - 4 leaves, dry and cut them in the shade, and use a mixed substrate of perlite: vermiculite = 2:1. Maintain a 60% humidity environment and transplant when the new roots reach 1 cm after 3 weeks. Shaping pruning method The long plants can be beheaded and the bottom 2 layers of leaves are retained. Use disinfectant scissors to cut the stem 45 °, and apply carbendazim powder to the incision to prevent infection. Common problems: Fading recovery solution: When continuous rain causes fading, use a full-spectrum fill light to fill light for 3 hours a day. Combined with the application of water-soluble fertilizer containing carotene, the color can be restored in 2 weeks. The disease prevention system uses 800 times of mancozeb solution to irrigate roots every month to prevent root rot. Scale insects are found to be immediately killed with a cotton swab dipped in 75% alcohol, and in severe cases, use Jiaobizhi spray.
By accurately controlling the light cycle and water and fertilizer ratio, and coordinating with seasonal maintenance key adjustments, the pink beauty can maintain its charming color throughout the year. It is recommended to establish a maintenance log to record changes in temperature and humidity, and gradually find the most suitable maintenance rhythm for the local environment, so that this "fleshy princess" can show its best condition.