Wenzhu is a common indoor foliage plant, with a beautiful plant shape and emerald green leaf color, which can purify the air and increase the greenery of the room. The cultivation methods and precautions of Wenzhu are as follows:
1. Light: Wenzhu likes a half-yin and half-yang environment, is not resistant to strong direct light, and should not be in a dark place for a long time. It is best to place it on a windowsill or balcony with scattered light, avoiding the hot sun at noon in summer, so as not to burn the leaves.
2. Watering: Wenzhu prefers a humid environment, but is not tolerant of waterlogging. Watering should be in moderation, not too much and not too little. Generally, when the surface of the potting soil is dry, it is watered in time to keep the potting soil slightly moist. In winter, the frequency of watering should be reduced to avoid frostbite of the root system. When watering, it is best to use tap water for a day before using it to eliminate harmful substances such as chlorine in the water.
3. Fertilization: Bamboo needs to be properly fertilized during growth to replenish nutrients. Diluted liquid fertilizer, such as ternary compound fertilizer or flower-specific fertilizer, can be applied every half month. Fertilization should be stopped during the winter dormancy period to avoid causing growth or burning of roots.
4. Soil: Wenzhu does not have high requirements for soil, as long as it is loose and breathable, well-drained and rich in humus. It can be mixed with humus, peat, vermiculite, etc. When changing pots, pay attention to removing old soil and dead roots to keep the roots healthy.
5. Environment: Wenzhu likes a well-ventilated environment with high air humidity, and does not like smoke and dryness. It is necessary to spray water on the leaves frequently to increase air humidity and prevent the leaf tips from drying out. Avoid placing it next to air conditioning or heating to avoid drying or high temperatures.
6. Propagation: The propagation method of Wenzhu is mainly sowing and dividing. The seeds of Bunzhu are sown in the soil in March and April of spring, kept moist, and germinated after 30-40 days. The splitting method is to remove the 3-5 year-old bamboo plant from the pot when changing the pot in spring, divide the stem and root into 2-3 clumps with a knife, each clump contains 3-5 buds, and then plant the pot separately. This method is relatively fast and can maintain the quality and characteristics of Wenzhu.
7. Bonsai: Wenzhu can be made into various forms of bonsai, such as welcoming pine, dragon beard pine, wind bell pine, etc.