1、 What kind of soil do you like

Camellia likes loose and fertile acidic soil, and the pH should be between 5.5-6.5. Good drainage is very important for the plant, which can not only help the root breathe, but also avoid ponding and root rot. In addition, it should not be cultivated in sticky or alkaline soil, which is not conducive to plant growth

2、 With what

1. Coconut bran: coconut bran is the fiber powder of coconut shell, which is generally the by-product of coconut processing. As a pure natural organic matrix, it can improve the soil structure. Because of its good air permeability and water retention, it is very suitable for camellia, which likes to be wet, and its decomposition rate is very difficult, so it can be used for a long time

2. River sand: for camellia, river sand mainly plays the effect of increasing drainage. Usually, the proportion mixed into the soil should not be too large, otherwise if the drainage capacity is too strong, there will be no water left, and the plants will grow poorly due to water shortage. In addition, river sand must be used instead of sea sand. Sea sand contains salt, which is not conducive to plant development

3. Slag: the role of slag is similar to that of river sand, which also increases the drainage effect. Due to high temperature burning, sterilization and disinfection are also completed. However, it is usually necessary to soak in water and filter properly at the same time to screen out the powder or oversized particles and keep the small particles

4. Garden soil: garden soil is the soil in the garden. This kind of soil is generally planted with plants, so its composition and structure are no problem. It is suitable for planting most plants. But to be on the safe side, it is usually necessary to disinfect first, expose it to the sun, and then sift it before use

3、 How to prepare

Raising camellia and preparing soil by yourself can provide a better growth environment. Generally, garden soil, river sand, slag and coconut bran are mixed, and the ratio of the four is 3:3:3:1