How to properly water anthurium at home?
Anthurium refers to ornamental flowering plants Aroid family... In a lush hat of dark green leaves, many beautiful inflorescences of various colors appear during the flowering period. Due to the fact that its flowering is quite long, the anthurium fell in love with flower growers and can often be seen on window sills in apartments or offices.
The plant has a slightly moody character, mainly with regard to the moisture regime. Indeed, the general condition of the flower and the quality of the flowering itself depend on the level of humidity.
Experienced flower growers recommend following certain rules for how to water anthurium at home. This applies to the following points:
- watering time;
- the amount and frequency of watering;
- irrigation method and water quality;
- maintaining the humidity level in the room.
Watering time anthurium
The most optimal time to water the plant is in the morning. When watering in the evening, there is a risk that the water will not have time to absorb and evaporate, thus contributing to the stagnation of moisture in the bowl.
Excessive watering of the flower is evidenced by the appearance of mold on the leaves and sagging of the roots, as well as a slowdown in growth.
To exclude the possibility of moisture stagnation, you should choose a pot with large drainage holes, and be sure to lay a drainage layer on the bottom.
Number and frequency of watering
The amount of water required to moisten the soil, as well as the frequency of irrigation, directly depend on the following factors:
- Pot material... It is noticed that more water is required by anthuriums growing in earthenware. This is due to the fact that the clay itself absorbs moisture well, which then evaporates through the porous surface. When growing plants in plastic pots, they should be watered with less water.
- Age of anthurium... Young plants need to maintain constant moisture in the topsoil, and adults should only be watered after they are dry.
- Development period... The plant requires more moisture during flowering and active growth, but with the onset of a dormant period, the amount of watering must be halved and only keep the soil moist.
Irrigation method and water quality
For watering anthurium, it is better to use settled water at room temperature. The plant is mainly watered from above into the pot, but this can also be done through the pallet. For overhead watering, pour the water until it appears in the sump. Then let the flower stand for 30 minutes and drain off all the liquid that is glass.
With constant watering of anthurium through the pallet, it is necessary to use a surface method from time to time so that the earth is completely saturated with moisture.
If the tips of the leaves begin to dry out, brown spots appear on them, and the flowers fade quickly, it means that the anthurium does not have enough moisture.
Indoor humidity level
Anthuriums are moisture-loving plants and especially some varieties in which the roots protrude outward. Such species need constant high humidity. They should be sprayed not only over the leaves, but also the roots themselves. In other varieties, it is also periodically necessary to moisten the leaves.