Cultivation methods and precautions of azalea

Azalea is an ornamental flower plant. It is particularly beautiful when it blooms. Now let us learn about how to grow azalea.

How to grow azalea

1. Azalea likes loose, fertile, slightly acidic soil. Azalea likes a warm environment. In summer, you must prevent fruit-bearing. In winter, you must keep warm and avoid frostbite.

2. Azalea needs to be watered in moderation. Azalea is a slow-drying plant that is very afraid of moisture. The soil cannot be too wet. Water it in moderation, otherwise it will harm the growth of the azalea.

3. After the azalea grows flower buds, it needs to increase nutrition. This is the peak growth period of the azalea. Apply more potassium fertilizer and phosphorus fertilizer. This will allow the azalea to maintain a longer flowering period after flowering and extend the viewing time of the azalea.

4. Pay attention to the prevention and control of diseases and insect pests for azaleas. Azaleas are generally susceptible to damage from spider mites, aphids and other pests. You can spray some insecticides to treat the pests of azaleas.

5. The main disease of azalea is black spot, which is mainly caused by the hot and stuffy environment and lack of light. Therefore, the azalea can be moved to a windy place for cultivation, or it can be treated with Bordeaux liquid.

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