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In the vast sea of flowers, there is an evergreen herbaceous plant that is undoubtedly the most popular among everyone. It is euphorbia milii. Some flower shop owners also call it crown of thorns. After it blooms, the flowers are small and exquisite. Most of the time, it has bright red bracts and small yellow flowers, just like gems embedded in green leaves, making people love it. In addition, it has strong vitality. As long as you give it a little care, it can reward you with a big bloom. Therefore, its flower language has the meaning of "perseverance". It can be given to friends in adversity or classmates who have failed in exams as the most sincere encouragement.
Generally speaking, euphorbia milii has a long flowering period. As long as it is properly cared for, it can bloom all year round. After buying it and taking it home, it is suitable to be placed in a bright place with scattered light indoors, such as by the window or beside the desk. This can not only ensure its light requirements but also prevent it from being directly exposed to strong sunlight. In terms of watering, it has a relatively high demand for water, but it cannot be excessive. Generally, keep the soil slightly moist. During high-temperature summers, it is necessary to spray water on the leaves every day to cool down and maintain moisture. In winter, the frequency of watering should be reduced.
In terms of soil, euphorbia milii does not have high requirements for soil. As long as loose and well-drained soil is selected, there will basically be no problem. If you want to mix it yourself, you can use decayed leaf soil, garden soil, and sandy soil in a ratio of 1:1:1 to provide sufficient nutrients and permeability. In terms of fertilizers required for growing flowers and plants, during the growing seasons of spring and summer, it is recommended to apply compound fertilizers once a month to promote growth and flowering. In autumn and winter, fertilization can be stopped because euphorbia milii enters a dormant period at this time.
In terms of pruning, regular pruning is needed because the flowers of euphorbia milii usually bloom on the top of new branches. If it is left to grow for a long time, its main branch will be too long, which will affect the number of flowers. Therefore, in order to promote the plant to be healthier, the overly long and irregularly growing branches can be cut short after the flowering period. It is recommended that two new branches will grow under the cut of the branch. When the new branches grow to 5-6 cm, they will bloom. Through the above home care measures, euphorbia milii can grow healthily at home and add a touch of vitality and color to the family environment.