How to grow cinnabar root? Planting method of cinnabar root

Cinnabar root usually blooms in May and June, and bears fruit between October and December. Its fruit is spherical and bright red. When it matures, its fruit piles up on the branches. It is not an exaggeration to describe it as fruitful. Cinnabar root is a plant with great ornamental value. We can also grow cinnabar root at home. Let's take a look at the method of planting cinnabar root.

How to grow cinnabar root

1. First, cover the bottom of the pot with tiles or foam to ensure that the soil in the pot will not be washed away by water and allow excess water to drain out in time. Next, add clay or red brick fragments on top. Then pile some organic fertilizer on top and add a thin layer of substrate on the waste. Next, plant the cinnabar root in it and add nutrient soil.

2. Cinnabar root likes a humid environment the most, so you need to water it frequently and keep the soil moist to ensure the normal growth of Cinnabar root. At the same time, you need to ensure that the humidity is between 50% and 70%. You can often spray water around the leaves to ensure sufficient humidity. This will prevent the leaves from turning yellow or falling off.

How to plant cinnabar root

1. Cinnabar root is native to the subtropical zone and is not suitable for low-temperature environments. Therefore, in winter, you should pay attention to heat preservation. It is best to keep it indoors and turn on the air conditioner when necessary. The ambient temperature should be kept at least above 8 degrees. At the same time, ensure sufficient light. If it is placed indoors, it must be placed in a well-lit place.

2. In winter, the roots of Cinnabar will enter a semi-dormant state. At this time, it is best to prune its branches and leaves, and prune off the overcrowded, weak and dead branches. You can also do some cuttings and sorting. At the same time, you should also properly manage fertilizer and water. When potting, add some organic fertilizer. At other times, use compound fertilizer and organic fertilizer as the main fertilizer, and be sure to irrigate the soil thoroughly with fertilizer and water.