Cultivation methods and precautions of asparagus fern

Asparagus fern, just by hearing the name, many people will have some misunderstandings. Asparagus fern is not bamboo, but it is called asparagus fern because of its elegant posture, beautiful leaves and bamboo-like stems. Asparagus fern can be used for interior decoration. So what are the methods and precautions for growing asparagus fern? Let's take a look.

How to grow asparagus fern

1. Temperature

The most suitable temperature for asparagus fern is about 20 degrees. In winter, the minimum temperature should be above 10 degrees. Otherwise, the temperature is too low and asparagus fern will be damaged by frost. Therefore, some anti-freeze measures should be taken. In addition, the higher the air humidity, the better. If the weather is hot in summer, you can often spray water on the ground and branches around asparagus fern to increase the air humidity.

2. Avoid direct sunlight

Because asparagus fern prefers partial shade, it cannot be exposed to direct sunlight, which will burn the branches and leaves. If it is to be placed in the sun in spring, summer and autumn, it must be shaded by 60%.

3. The soil should be loose and fertile

When cultivating asparagus fern, you should choose loose and well-drained soil such as humus soil rich in humus and peat soil. In addition, you can add a little base fertilizer to the soil, which is beneficial to the growth of the plant.

4. Watering should be based on the principle of "watering thoroughly when the soil is dry"

Water the asparagus fern thoroughly each time so that the rhizomes can fully absorb water. However, the amount of watering should not be too much or too little. It should be properly controlled. Water when the pot soil is slightly dry. Reduce the amount of watering in winter, because too much watering will freeze the rhizomes. You can choose to spray water on the leaves.

5. Fertilize once every half month

It only needs to be fertilized once every half a month. Liquid fertilizer can be used. Fertilization should be stopped in summer when the temperature is high and in winter when the temperature is low. In addition, after the plant is established, the amount of fertilizer should be reduced appropriately to prevent the plant from growing too long and affecting its appearance.

Precautions for Asparagus fern

Asparagus fern should be placed in a ventilated, sunny place with no direct sunlight.

Control the amount of watering appropriately, not too much or too little.

It is necessary to prune the plants in time to maintain the perfect shape of asparagus fern.

Fertilize once every half month in spring and autumn.

Once insect pests are discovered, they should be removed in time and the branches and leaves that are most severely damaged should be cut off.

Asparagus fern grows very fast, so the pot should be changed in time to avoid affecting its growth.