Propagation: Generally speaking, there are two ways of propagation for winter beauty: cutting and leaf cutting. Let's talk about a simpler way of cutting leaves today. First take out its leaves, put them in a cool place for a few days, and then transplant them into a flowerpot.
Soil: the winter beauty prefers the soil with loose soil and good drainage. It is suggested to use the soil mixed with perlite, peat and cinder 1:1:1. Over the soil can be placed appropriate amount of river sand and pumice.
Water content: winter beauty prefer to dry, so it is best to water after the surface of the soil is dry, moderate water shortage does not affect its growth.
Pruning: after growing for a period of time, the dry of winter beauty will increase excessively, which will affect its beauty. At this time, it can be beheaded. The cut leaves can be used for propagation, and also promote the growth of lateral buds, making them more beautiful.
In summer, it is humid and hot, so ventilation must be done to reduce the amount and frequency of watering. In winter, when the temperature is below 5 ℃, watering should also be reduced. When the temperature is below zero, the soil should be dry. During the growing period, fertilization should be done once a month.
