Fertilizers are the food source for ornamental plants, containing essential macro, trace, and micro nutrients for green plants. To ensure the healthy growth of ornamental plants, it is important to provide them with the right amount of fertilizer, neither too much nor too little.
In addition to buying various fertilizers from agricultural stores, you can also try using some readily available medications for ornamental plants, which are safe and effective, including:
Aspirin
When it comes to using medications for ornamental plants, aspirin is the most commonly used one. Aspirin contains a high amount of salicylic acid, which is a growth hormone for plants. It not only accelerates plant growth but also enhances their resistance.
Take one aspirin tablet, crush it into powder, add 1000ml of water, stir well, and then use it to water the ornamental plants. Watering them three times a day will promote rapid growth and noticeable development.
Furthermore, it should be noted that using aspirin water solution for watering ornamental plants is only suitable for acid-loving plants. For plants that thrive in alkaline soil, it is best to avoid using aspirin.
Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12 is a familiar medication that, when diluted and used for watering ornamental plants, can provide essential nutrients for their growth.
If the plant roots are rotted, vitamin B12 can be used to treat this condition. Vitamin B12 can boost immune function, detoxify, promote new root growth, and make the plants grow stronger. It can also stimulate the growth of ornamental plant roots.
Vitamin C
Similar to vitamin B12, vitamin C can also be used for ornamental plants cultivation. Using this vitamin for planting flowers helps the plant roots penetrate deeply into the soil, absorb nutrients more efficiently, and promote more abundant blossoms.
The application is simple. Crush expired vitamin C tablets into powder and soak them in water. Stir well and pour the solution onto the ornamental plant roots for slow absorption.
Watering ornamental plants during the flowering period helps prolong and enhance blossom. It can also prevent pest infestation and leaf yellowing.
Tips for fertilizing ornamental plants
– Fertilizing season
Pay attention to fertilizing during the plant’s growth and flowering periods. Fertilizing with phosphorus during the flowering season benefits the blooming process. Additionally, be mindful of the fertilizing season. During spring and summer, when the plants are in the rapid growth phase, more fertilizer can be applied. During autumn, when the plant growth slows down, less fertilizer is needed. No fertilizer is required during winter.
– Frequency of fertilizing
The frequency of fertilizing is also crucial. It is better to fertilize several times in smaller amounts rather than applying a large, concentrated amount. Generally, fertilize every 1-2 weeks from early spring to late fall, and every 2-3 weeks during late fall. No fertilizer is needed during winter.
– Time of fertilizing
Fertilize in the evening, especially during hot weather. Avoid fertilizing at noon as the high temperature can harm the plant roots. Before applying the fertilizer solution, it is best to loosen the soil, which facilitates deep root penetration.
Source: Dân Việt
