The shape of gladiolus gives people a particularly neat visual feeling, so it is named because its blade shape is very similar to that used in ancient times. Due to the improvement of the level, more and more people pay attention to health preservation. The most common thing is to buy some green plants to purify the air at home.

First, the cultivation method of potted gladiolus

Of course, gladiolus is indispensable for plants that purify the air, but many friends don't know the correct cultivation method of gladiolus, which leads to various problems at home as a potted plant. What should I use to raise a pot of gladiolus? What are the cultivation methods and precautions of potted gladiolus?

1, temperature

Gladiolus is suitable for growth at about 20℃. If it is higher than this temperature, it is likely to cause the leaves to turn yellow. Below 10℃, the growth will stop, and below 3℃, it will be frostbitten or even die. Therefore, we must pay attention to the temperature when cultivating gladiolus.

2. Humidity

Gladiolus likes to be wet. As long as the basin soil is kept wet, it can grow well. When the temperature is too high in summer, it is more like spraying some water on the leaves to avoid drying.

3. Lighting equipment

Gladiolus is a photophobe, so it is necessary to keep sufficient light time during the growing period of Gladiolus, at least seven hours a day, otherwise it will easily cause diseases and pests.

4. Land

Gladiolus does not require too much soil, as long as it is planted in sandy loam with rich soil organic matter and good soil structure and performance. This is the root of potted gladiolus cultivation.

5, fertilization

After planting gladiolus, fertilization is generally divided into two stages. Fertilize it when it is about to grow new leaves, and then apply phosphate fertilizer after it grows tender buds. Be careful not to apply nitrogen fertilizer, which will increase the incidence of plants.

water

Watering is an essential step. Gladiolus is a bulbous plant, so the watering amount is strict. The principle of watering when it is dry is to water it until it is dry.

7, pest control

Corm rot is the most common disease of gladiolus in rainy season, which is mainly manifested by dark brown ulcer spots on the bulbs. At this time, it is necessary to disinfect the soil in time, empty the soil water, and then disinfect the diseased ball with 1000 times potassium permanganate solution.

Second, the role of gladiolus

Gladiolus can not only be used as potted plants at home to purify the air and watch. It can also be used as flower arrangement and basket. Moreover, it has great medicinal value. Gladiolus bulbs are effective in treating traumatic injuries, and stems and leaves can also extract vitamin C that we need every day.

3. Will gladiolus be kept at home?

The meaning of gladiolus expresses the meaning of rising sun, and also has the function of exorcising evil spirits and attracting wealth. Therefore, as long as it is placed in the right place, gladiolus is not suitable for the bedroom, because its leaves are similar to swords, and it is easy to cause disputes in the bedroom. Put it on the balcony or near the porch, it will have the effect of gathering wealth and bringing good luck.

Conclusion: Through the above introduction, I believe everyone knows the cultivation method of potted gladiolus and its geomantic function. I hope everyone can cultivate beautiful gladiolus.