When the potted gourd grows to about 20 cm, a pole can be inserted at the edge of the flowerpot to set up a shelf, so that the nephew's stem can grow along the pole, so that the shelf can be set up. Potted gourd should be properly watered and maintained, and it is best to keep the soil slightly wet every day. During the growth period of potted gourd, thin fertilizer should be applied frequently and branches and leaves should be trimmed regularly.

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Generally, when the potted gourd seedlings grow to about 20 cm, insert a thin rod at the edge of the flowerpot, and then tie its stem to the pole with a thin rope, so that its stem can climb up and grow along the pole. If the gourd is strong, you can also build more shelves.

2, reasonable watering

It is also necessary to water the potted gourd reasonably when maintaining it. Its growth needs enough water, and the soil can be kept slightly wet every day. However, it is not appropriate to over-water, and the soil can not accumulate water for a long time, otherwise the potted gourd may have root rot.

3. Adequate nutrition

Potted gourds need sufficient nutrients to grow. When planting, base fertilizer should be applied in the soil to improve soil fertility. Thin fertilizer should be applied regularly during the growth period of potted gourd to promote its vigorous growth. In the flowering and fruiting period, some phosphorus and potassium fertilizers can also be applied.

4, appropriate pruning

When potted gourd grows, it should be pruned properly, such as topping and coring, so as to promote the germination and growth of new branches of gourd. Usually, some yellow leaves need to be cut off, so the ornamental value of potted gourd will be higher. When it blooms and bears fruit, some flowers and fruits that are not growing well should also be cut off.