In pot culture, the mixed soil of saprophytic soil and coarse sand is often used, and fertilizer is applied once a month in the growing period.
In summer, the amount of water should be increased to keep the leaves green and tender. In case of hot sun, the leaves should be slightly shaded. After autumn, Agave grows slowly, so we should control watering, try our best to be dry, stop fertilization and cultivate soil properly. For example, if you want to watch potted plants, you should remove the nearby tiller buds in time to keep the plants beautiful.
It is more resistant to drought and barren, avoid waterlogging and cold, and the suitable temperature for growth is 22-30 ℃.
In addition to tropical and subtropical areas, potted plants in other areas shall be put into low-temperature greenhouse for winter protection, moved to outdoor after the next year's Qingming Festival, and properly shaded in summer.
For tequila with white or yellow edges, shade slightly in the hot sun. Otherwise, Phnom Penh will gradually disappear and lose its ornamental value.
Ramet: in April of early spring, when the basin is changed, the mother plant is lifted out, and the tiller buds beside the mother plant are peeled off and planted separately.
Sowing: seeds can be produced only by cross pollination. Seeds will be sown from April to May after seed collection. After about 2 weeks, seeds will germinate. Seedlings will grow slowly and rapidly after seedling formation. Only old plants with more than 10 years old can produce flowers and seeds.
With the growth of new leaves, the lower leaves will slowly wither, which is a normal metabolism, and the old yellow withered leaves in the lower part should be removed in time. If a large number of fallen leaves are found on the ground, they should be cleaned in time to avoid bacteria.
In order to keep the family potted plants beautiful, they should be cut off in time after the lateral buds grow nearby, so as to avoid clumps of branches and leaves and disordered plant types.
[water and fertilizer requirements of Phnom Penh agave]
