How to cultivate bamboo begonia? How to cultivate bamboo begonia

Bamboo Begonia is a perennial shrub suitable for home cultivation and viewing. The flowers of Bamboo Begonia are bright and beautiful, and they bloom more in summer and autumn. Let's take a look at the cultivation methods of Bamboo Begonia.

Cultivation method of bamboo begonia

Reproduction method: The main method of propagation of Bamboo Begonia is cuttings, which can be done by water cuttings or division. When cutting, select the top tender branches with strong growth and cut off 3 to 4 sections about 10 cm to 15 cm long. The cut at the bottom should be 0.5 cm from the bottom section, and then insert it into the river sand seedling bed . All leaves on the part that enters the soil should be removed, leaving only 2 to 3 leaves on the top.

Watering management : Bamboo Begonia is a shallow-rooted plant that prefers a semi-shaded, mild and humid environment. Its optimal growth temperature is between 15 and 25 degrees. It is drought-resistant but afraid of waterlogging. Therefore, pay attention to watering bamboo begonia when it is dry and wet, and it is best to keep the pot soil moist. In midsummer, it is necessary to spray water on the leaves and the ground, and increasing the humidity of the air will be beneficial to its growth.

Fertilization management: Fertilization of bamboo begonia should be carried out when the pot soil is dry. Watering after fertilization can ensure that all fertilizers are absorbed by the plant. Avoid applying large amounts of fertilizer to bamboo begonia when it is newly potted or when the stems and leaves are not thriving. During the vigorous growth period, it is sufficient to apply thin liquid fertilizer every 10 to 15 days.

Light management: Bamboo Begonia likes sufficient diffuse light, but too much light will cause the leaves to dry out and burn, turn yellow or even fall off. In the hot summer, it is best to place it under a cool, ventilated and shaded shed or on a north-facing balcony to receive diffuse light. If it is placed in a dark place for a long time, it will not get enough light, which will cause yellow leaves and even lead to the death of the plant in severe cases.

Pruning the plant: Because the bamboo begonia is tall, perennial plants may grow too high, causing the flowers and leaves at the bottom of the stem to fall off, resulting in an ugly shape of the plant and affecting the ornamental effect, so some pruning is needed to maintain its good shape. The pruning of the plant can be combined with the spring repotting, which can help the plant sprout new branches and bloom more.

Pest and disease control: High temperatures and humid weather in summer can cause pests and diseases in the bamboo begonia. For pest and disease control, on the one hand, it is necessary to strengthen ventilation and light transmission, and prevent a large amount of water from stagnating in the pot. At the same time, ensure that fungicides are sprayed every 15 days, such as thiophanate-methyl and carbendazim, to prevent the occurrence of diseases. If red spider mites are found, 1500 times dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane can be sprayed. If a small amount of scale insects are found, they can be brushed away manually.