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Today, let's share a kind of arbor with a good meaning and evergreen all year round. Its name is "Podocarpus macrophyllus". This plant not only has an elegant posture and emerald - green leaves, but also symbolizes perseverance and longevity. At the same time, its flower language is also interpreted as "eternal love" and "tenacious love" because of its growth characteristics that it can thrive even in a harsh environment.
Generally speaking, the most common Podocarpus macrophyllus in the flower market are mostly in the form of potted plants. It is not complicated for flower lovers to carry out daily maintenance after purchasing it home. First of all, in terms of light, it likes a bright environment, but it cannot be direct and strong sunlight. The most suitable is a semi - shady environment. When summer comes, it is also necessary to appropriately add sunshades and other shading tools at the placement position.
Secondly, water management is also crucial for Podocarpus macrophyllus. It cannot tolerate waterlogging, so watering should be moderate. The soil should be kept in a slightly wet state. In winter, the watering frequency should be reduced to avoid root waterlogging and frost damage. In addition, in hot summer weather, the humidity of the surrounding environment should be increased in the morning and evening, which can prevent the leaves from turning yellow and withering.
Furthermore, the choice of soil cannot be ignored. Podocarpus macrophyllus is suitable for growing in well - drained soil. Loose, sandy soil with good drainage can be used. Appropriate organic matter such as leaf mold can be mixed in to better promote its growth. In addition, it needs sufficient nutrients during the growth season, that is, some slow - release compound fertilizers are applied in moderation from April to May to support its healthy growth. However, it should be noted that excessive fertilization, especially nitrogen fertilizer, should be avoided, otherwise it may lead to excessive growth.
Finally, paying attention to regularly pruning dead, diseased and weak branches and leaves can also help reduce the occurrence of pests and diseases. Regarding the pests and diseases of Podocarpus macrophyllus, the most common ones are scale insects and red spider diseases. If scale insects appear, there will be brown shell - like things in the center of the leaves, and the insect juice will gradually penetrate into the leaves, making them turn yellow and weak. If it is a red spider, there will be spots around the leaves. By observing the back of the leaves with a magnifying glass, the red spider can be seen. At this time, for treatment, it is necessary to immediately spray water on the plant to increase the humidity, and then use pesticides.