Chinese name: Lansong

Latin name: Senecioserpens

Family: Compositae

Genus: Senecioser

Distribution area: Cape of South Africa

1. Growth habit of blue pine

Blue pine is native to the Cape of South Africa and can be cultivated in many parts of the world. Compared with other succulent varietals, it is more heat-resistant and likes moisture, but needs to use a breathable plant material. Now most of the wholesalers on the market are planted with the ratio of river sand: peat soil = 7:3. Although the nutrients are not very sufficient, the air permeability is very good. It grows well, and you can add some granular slow-release fertilizer yourself.

2. Cultivation methods of blue pine

The special feature of blue pine is that its leaf color will turn into brilliant purple after receiving strong light. The leaves are also a very special sky blue. When cultivating, you need to pay attention to light and temperature. Blue pine likes a sunny, humid environment and is heat-resistant. Water in spring and autumn, and wait until the soil is completely dry before watering. Summer is the peak growing season and can be watered normally. Stop watering in winter to prevent frostbite. Generally, river sand mixed with peat soil is used, and the ratio is about 7:3. Although the nutrients are not very sufficient, the air permeability is very good. It grows well, and you can add some granular slow-release fertilizer yourself.

3. Key points of blue pine cuttings

The propagation method of blue pine is mainly cuttings, but also leaf cuttings, which can grow into a large pot without much management. For cuttings, cut the plants directly, let them dry for a week, plant them in slightly damp soil, and properly shade them from the sun, and the roots will grow in half a month. Plant with good air permeability, as ordinary soil can easily lead to root rot. In spring and autumn, wait until the soil is completely dry before watering. Summer is the peak growing season and can be watered normally. Stop watering in winter to prevent frostbite.

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