Tiger tongue plant is a plant favored by many families to plant thanks to its ability to purify the air and has lasting vitality. However, when the weather turns to the cold season, this plant will grow slowly and will hardly bloom well if not cared for properly.
Therefore, housewives apply the following 4 basic principles to take care of the tiger's tongue plant more easily and effectively.
Irrigation water control
The reason why tiger tongue is difficult to grow well in the cold season is the absorption of too much water. In the cold season, plants absorb water quite poorly, especially when the soil is humid combined with low temperatures will cause mold to develop, causing root rot from below.
Control the amount of water to irrigate by pressing your fingers or sticking a wooden stick into the soil. If the soil is still damp, do not irrigate more. Usually, the frequency of watering for buckwheat plants in the cold season should only be 3 to 4 weeks at a time.
Ensure light, warm temperature
Tiger tongue is a plant from the tropics, so its cold resistance is quite poor. The ideal temperature for the plant is from 18°C to 27°C. When the temperature drops below 10°C, the plant is very easily damaged, the leaves are soft and dark black.
Therefore, housewives need to choose to place the plant in a windproof position, away from windows with drafts, it is best to place it in a place with plenty of natural light, which will help the plant's leaves become strong and maintain its fresh green color.
No fertilization
A common mistake is fertilizing tiger tongue plants in the cold season. In fact, when plants "hibernate", the root system almost stops working and cannot absorb nutrients.
Fertilizing at this time will cause the amount of mineral salt accumulated in the soil to increase, causing root burning. The best time to fertilize again is in spring, when the weather warms up and the plants begin to sprout new shoots.
Wipe leaves regularly
In winter, the air is often dry and dusty. The thick layer of dust clinging to the surface of the buckle leaf will hinder the plant's respiration and photosynthesis process. Therefore, housewives need to regularly use a soft, damp cloth to gently wipe both sides of the leaf.
This method not only helps the plant to be easier to photosynthesize but also eliminates pathogens, mealybugs that often hide in the foliage, and also helps the pot of plants always be shiny and clean.
