Selection of soil

Different planting soils are suitable for different plants, and what kind of planting soil does Epiphyllum like? Let's have a look

1. Strong ventilation capacity

In the period of seed germination, planting soil with strong ventilation capacity can better expose seeds to air, breathe capacity and promote germination

In the growth period, the planting soil with strong ventilation capacity can make the roots of plants better contact with air, breathe capacity and promote growth

On the contrary, if the air supply is insufficient, they are likely to change to anaerobic respiration, produce ethanol and damage the root system of the plant

2. High nutrient content

It can provide more nutrition for the growth of young plants in the growing period, so as to provide more nutrition for the growth of young plants

During the flowering period, the planting soil with high nutrient content can provide plants with more nutrients for flowering and make them produce more and more beautiful flowers

3. Rich in humus

The planting soil with high humus content can bond the relatively small sand particles in the planting soil to form larger particles, which directly reduces the difficulty of air flow in the planting soil

In addition, it can provide nutrition to plant parts and help it grow rapidly

Sowing method

1. Disinfection of planting soil

Before sowing, disinfect the planting soil to protect the planting soil from germs that can infect seeds or plants. Generally, the method of frying the planting soil in the pot can be used for disinfection

2. Treatment of seeds

It is best to treat the seeds before they are put into the soil, so as to reduce the difficulty of germination and improve the germination rate. Generally, they can be soaked with water until the seed coat becomes soft and can be used for sowing

3. Sowing method

Put the prepared planting soil into the flowerpot and treat and level the soil surface

Then put it into a container with clean water. Don't let the water go over it. Just let the water level reach half of its outer wall. Wait until clear water slowly enters the planting soil from the vent hole at the bottom of the flowerpot until the soil surface changes color

Take the flowerpot out of the container, dry the outer wall, and then sprinkle the seeds on the soil surface

Finally, cover the seed with soil and put it into a darker room. Soon it will germinate