Anthurium is a beautiful flower that is said to bring good luck and prosperity into the home. Therefore, it’s not surprising that many people try to grow it at home. However, achieving lush blooms isn’t as easy as it seems at first glance.
Anthurium is a tropical plant that requires special conditions to grow successfully.
How do you care for anthuriums properly?
Irrigation setting
The main mistake anthurium owners make is overwatering. Excessive moisture can lead to the death of the plant. It’s important to allow the soil to dry out 2 to 4 cm between waterings, depending on the pot size.
lighting
Anthuriums need plenty of light—at least 10 hours a day. The ideal location for the pot is an east- or west-facing window, where the plant receives morning or evening light. A north-facing window is not suitable for flowering, but is suitable for growing a lush bush.
Choosing a pot
The success of growing anthuriums depends largely on the pot size. In a pot that’s too large, the plant’s root system will develop poorly, which will affect flowering and leaf size. If the leaves begin to turn yellow, this may be a sign that the plant needs to be replanted due to root rot.
Substrate selection
As an epiphyte, the anthurium grows naturally on other plants and therefore doesn’t require dense, black soil. The substrate should be loose, fast-drying, and moisture-retaining. A mixture of soil and pine bark is ideal.
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Anthuriums require caution when fertilizing, as they are epiphytes and do not require a great deal of fertilizer. It is recommended to halve the recommended fertilizer amount by purchasing products from the same manufacturer that contain soil.
