Cultivation methods and precautions for potted mint flowers

Mint is also called ophiopogon japonicus. It is a perennial herb. Both its stems and leaves can be used as medicine. It can clear away heat and fire, and can also relieve inflammation and pain. It is usually planted in large areas in nature. But did you know that ophiopogon japonicus can also be made into potted plants and grown at home? Growing it at home can not only purify the air, but also eliminate indoor mosquitoes. The cultivation method is not complicated. I will tell you in detail later, and also let you know what you need to pay attention to when growing our mint flowers.

Farming methods

When growing potted mint, you need to choose a sunny, warm and humid environment. It is not very demanding on the soil, as long as it is not heavy alkaline soil or clay soil, but it is best to choose fertile and loose sandy soil. Usually watering in moderation and fertilizing every 15 to 20 days can ensure the healthy growth of potted mint.

Precautions

1. Reasonable watering

During the cultivation period, you must pay attention to proper watering of potted mint flowers. The watering time is different in different growth periods and seasons. Every spring when the temperature warms up, it is necessary to increase the water supply after it enters the peak growth season. Watering once every 3 to 4 days is enough. In winter and late autumn, the growth of potted mint flowers is slow. At this time, you should reduce the number of watering. You can water it once every 7 to 10 days to keep the pot soil from drying out.

2. Appropriate fertilization

Potted mint does not require much fertilizer. Do not over-fertilize during cultivation, otherwise it will cause its roots to rot and its leaves to turn yellow. Spring and summer are the peak seasons for mint growth. At this time, you should apply fertilizer every 15 to 20 days. You should choose a thin liquid fertilizer. After the mint stops growing in winter, you do not need to fertilize it.

3. Disease prevention and control

Potted mint flowers often develop diseases during the cultivation period, especially in the rainy season in summer every year, when pink rust and white rust will be prevalent. At this time, it is necessary to remove the diseased leaves in time and spray it with 50% carbendazim. The medicine should be used once every seven days and sprayed three times in a row to completely control the disease.