Cultivation methods and precautions of Hemp Leaf Begonia

Begonia occidentalis is also called Silver Star Begonia. It is a tropical plant native to Brazil. It is a perennial shrub. Because of the many hemp-like spots on its leaves, it is called Begonia occidentalis. This plant is both ornamental and foliage-oriented, and is very popular among flower lovers. Today I will introduce its cultivation method, and also tell you what to pay attention to when cultivating Begonia occidentalis. After understanding it, you can cultivate beautiful Begonia occidentalis at home.

Farming methods

The Malus paniculata is native to the tropical regions of Brazil. It is an ornamental plant that likes a warm and humid environment. When cultivating it, you should choose loose, fertile, slightly acidic soil, and place it in a warm area with plenty of sunlight. However, in the hot summer, you should avoid direct sunlight, and the indoor temperature in winter should not be lower than 15 degrees. In addition, the water content should be properly controlled during the cultivation period, and water should not be allowed to accumulate in the potting soil.

Breeding precautions

1. Pinching and repotting

The hemp-leafed crabapple flower does not grow in clusters during its growth. If you want to increase its branches, you must pinch the top. In addition, you need to repot it once a year. When you repot it in the spring of each year, you also need to prune the plant, leaving 2 to 3 buds at the base of each branch, so as to promote the germination of new branches.

2. Fertilizer and water management

Fertilizer and water management is particularly important in the cultivation of Malus paniculata. Before planting, sufficient base fertilizer should be applied in the flowerpot. After it enters the peak growing season, it is necessary to water it in time to keep the soil in the pot moist, and fertilize it once a week. A thin liquid fertilizer can be chosen. However, after entering summer and winter, the growth of Malus paniculata will slow down, and fertilization should be stopped at this time.

3. Light and temperature

Although the hemp-leafed begonia likes a warm and humid environment, it is also afraid of high temperatures. After entering the summer, it cannot be placed in an environment above 30 degrees, and it cannot be exposed to direct sunlight. If the temperature is too high, spray water on its leaves and surrounding environment in time to cool it down. The hemp-leafed begonia has poor cold resistance. In winter, it cannot be placed in an environment below ten degrees, and it must be kept warm in time, otherwise it will die due to low temperatures.