1、 Planting environment

1. Basin soil: loose and fertile soil with good air permeability shall be used for planting bayberry, and humus soil, garden soil and slag can also be used for preparation

2. Watering: during its growth, it should be watered in time to ensure that the soil is wet. It can also spray water around the plant appropriately to improve the humidity of the planting environment, so as not to dry the leaves. In winter, when the temperature is low, it should be watered less, and the main basin soil should not be dry and cracked

3. Light: properly accept the light, and it is best to put it in a bright and ventilated environment for maintenance. In summer, to avoid being exposed to the sun, appropriate shading measures should be taken

4. Fertilization: thin fertilizer should be applied frequently, and fertilizer should be applied once a month. It is best to apply fully decomposed thin liquid fertilizer, which can meet its normal growth needs

2、 Breeding method

1. Cutting propagation: the most suitable temperature for cutting is about 20 ℃. Cut 10 cm thick and full branches, then soak them with carbendazim for disinfection, and soak them with rooting agent. Cutting is not easy to be too deep, generally 1.5-2 cm. Spray water properly after cutting, and roots will be born in about 15-20 days

2. Sowing and reproduction: seed soaking treatment shall be carried out before sowing, and the soil shall be moist after sowing. Do not irrigate with large water. When the seedlings grow, they shall be properly exposed to light and reduce watering

3、 Disease control

Populus tomentosa is often attacked by yellowing disease and coal pollution disease. After discovery, it should be sprayed with ferrous sulfate or tobuzin in time