Zamiokulkas care: add water in time
Caring for zamiokulkas comes down to observing some nuances. If you do not take them into account, then it is very easy to ruin this houseplant. Despite its exquisite appearance, it belongs to succulents. Therefore, excess moisture leads to rotting of the root system, consisting of large tubers and fleshy shoots. Due to improper watering, the latter receive enough moisture, and the main part remains without proper nutrition. As a result, the glossy foliage of a sophisticated tree, which looks so elegant on long shoots, loses all its gloss.
From the storey soil, the specimen is transferred to a new substrate. Especially carefully remove the earthen lump so as not to damage the roots.
Zamiokulkas care - watering plays an important role
Growing dollar tree very slowly, reaching 80-100 cm. In this case, the correct selection of the pot is important. The larger the container, the longer it will take for him to fill it. Only after that will he begin to release new shoots. Choose small dishes for him. There should be small holes at the bottom. Moreover, a very high drainage is poured from large expanded clay. As a result, the roots will not be able to break out, which means they will not sour in the water. After all, the slightest stagnation of fluid will nullify all the efforts made in caring for the zamiokulkas. At the same time, taking care of him, they take into account the following points:
- The soil. Loose, light and granular soil is selected. He, in turn
- A place. Loves both bright light and partial shade. However, with a lack of lighting, it will grow even more slowly. Direct rays leave burns on the leaves. In the summer he is taken out into the fresh air.
- Temperature. In the cool season, it tolerates an increase to 29 ° С, and in the cool season - a decrease to 18 ° С. At the same time, + 15 ° С is a critical point at which it dies.
- Watering. Should be abundant but rare. In the summer they moisten the earth once every 2 weeks, and in the winter - once a month. A huge amount of liquid is added at one time so that the tuber can get drunk. After spilling, excess water is poured out of the pan.
Young culture is transplanted annually, and older - once every 2-3 years. In the first pairs, a container is selected so that the seedling can be easily removed from it.
The leaf plates are quite heavy. Therefore, it is recommended from time to time to turn the flowerpot towards the light, otherwise the branches will break under their weight. They should be regularly wiped off dust or the plant should be given a warm shower. You do not need to spray it.
Caring for zamiokulkas turned out to be not as difficult as its name. The main thing in this matter is to prevent waterlogging of the soil.