Luo Hansong means longevity, wealth preservation and good luck. Because of its quaint tree shape and peculiar combination of seeds and stems, Podocarpus can be used as a flower bed or indoor potted plant, and it is the first choice for greening trees in courtyards and high-grade houses. In fact, Podocarpus is also very simple to grow. Choose loose, fertile and well-ventilated soil as pot soil, put it in a well-ventilated and well-lit place indoors for breeding, water it on time to keep the soil moist, apply fertilizer regularly to ensure adequate nutrition, and do a good job in pest control, which can basically be well maintained. Here we will introduce the cultivation methods of Podocarpus in detail from four aspects: land selection, temperature and light, fertilizer and water management and pest control.

I. Soil selection

Choosing slightly acidic soil with loose soil and good drainage ability is beneficial to the growth of Podocarpus, allowing its roots to breathe normally and absorb nutrients and water in the soil. At the same time, avoid using alkaline soil, which will easily lead to yellow leaves of plants.

2. Temperature lighting

Podocarpus likes warm and humid climate, and 15-28℃ is most suitable for growth. In addition, the growth environment of Podocarpus requires good ventilation and tries to avoid direct sunlight. Outdoor cultivation is more conducive to the growth of Podocarpus.

Three. Fertilizer and water management

Podocarpus can be watered according to the principle of "three parts wet, seven parts dry". In the process of maintenance, the water in the basin soil should be kept slightly wet, and at the same time, root rot caused by accumulated water should be avoided. Spray water irregularly to moisturize during the growing period, and be careful not to accumulate water in potted plants. Podocarpus, which doesn't like thick fertilizer, needs topdressing decomposed organic liquid fertilizer once every half month during the growth period, and watering it once the next day after fertilization, which is more conducive to root absorption.

Four. control of insect

Arhat pine is prone to red spider, leaf spot and anthracnose in summer. For insect pests, some red spider insecticides such as pyridaben, hexythiazox and phenylbutatin can be sprayed in the high incidence period (May-September) once every 10 day. Diseases can be sprayed with 500 times of 50% thiophanate-methyl wettable powder.