Succinic acid is an inexpensive natural substance that is very useful for both garden and home plants. It is not a fertilizer per se, but only supplements it. The purpose of this product is to normalize the soil microflora and help flowers in the assimilation of essential minerals. This preparation is suitable for absolutely all representatives of the fauna. A striking effect is achieved both as a result of watering and spraying the plants.
When and how often flowers should be watered
Succinic acid cannot harm the flowers in any way, but it is still recommended to use it no more than 3-5 times a month. This is especially necessary if the plant has begun to wither, has become fragile, when it is required to strengthen its root and ground part. The use of this tool is relevant to improve growth and increase the resistance of flowers to negative factors. environment (sun, wind, cold, etc.).
Garden plants are best watered in the evening when the sun is no longer active. So they will dry out more slowly, and the drug will work much more effectively.
For home flowers there is no difference when they are watered, the main thing is not to leave them on the window after processing.
Plants are especially acutely in need of succinic acid in spring, when they are practically deprived of all their strength. To strengthen them, it is advisable to use the drug 2-3 days before watering the flowers. plain water... It is very useful to apply it immediately after planting (seedling treatment) and before their flowering (April-September).
What you need to work
You need to prepare:
- succinic acid in the form of powder (about 50 g) or tablets (10-15 pcs.);
- clean water - from 5 to 10 liters;
- sprayer;
- a small watering can;
- glass;
- spoon;
- gloves;
- glasses;
- a cosmetic cotton swab or piece of gauze.
General rules for working with the drug
Despite the safety of the drug, it is advisable to work with it with gloves and glasses. It is important to avoid contact with the mucous membranes of the eyes and skin. If this happens, you must immediately rinse them big amount pure water... This will help prevent skin inflammation and redness.
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During the preparation of the solution, it is not allowed to be near children. It is necessary to dilute the powder immediately before using it. The rest of the product is stored for no more than 3 days in a cool place, otherwise it will not be so useful. Despite its effectiveness, watering with this flower acid cannot replace standard fertilization. Therefore, it is very important to use it in combination.
Store undiluted acid at a temperature not exceeding 25 ° C. The room must be dry and dark. The presence of children, food and medicine in the immediate vicinity is not allowed.
Methods for using the solution
Treatment of plants with succinic acid solution is possible at all stages of their development. There are several options for it:
- wiping leaves;
- spraying;
- watering the root;
- soil nutrition.
Ideally for full care for flowers you need to go through all these stages. You can do this not at once, but after a week break, but preferably in the same order as indicated.
When leaving, keep in mind that the higher and more luxuriant the plant, the more solution it will need for it.
How to prepare a concentrate
To obtain the initial concentrate, dissolve 1 g of powder in a glass of warm water. It is very important that nothing remains of the dry ingredient, it should not settle to the bottom. Therefore, before watering the flowers succinic acid, stir the composition well and, if necessary, whisk it. Next, you will need to add such an amount of water at room temperature to it, which will allow you to get a solution of the desired concentration.
It is not at all necessary to dilute the solution with water, the initial solution, prepared according to the proportions indicated in the table, is quite enough:
Most of all, the soil needs succinic acid; the minimum concentration is used to wipe the leaves and stems.
The prepared solutions can be diluted with water, but not more than 5 liters per 1 liter of concentrate, otherwise there will be no effect. This is enough to scare off bugs, caterpillars, slugs.
Processing in the bud formation phase is carried out with a 0.002% composition (prepared according to the table above). A solution at this concentration can be used for any of the purposes listed in the same table. During and after flowering, the concentration for spraying should be 2-3 times higher than usual. In order to revive the plants, it is necessary to water the shoots, leaves and roots at the rate of 0.25 g of succinic acid (1 tablet) per 1 liter of water.
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How to use an already finished product
For preventive purposes, the corresponding areas are treated with the resulting solution. You should start watering the flowers from the leaves, then move on to the stems, and then spray the entire plant. The final stage is the processing of the root part and the soil near it.
The order of work is usually as follows:
- Rubbing leaves and stems
This can be done with a cotton pad or gauze cut. It is well moistened in the composition and, without squeezing, they pass from the top of the plant to the bottom. At the same time, movements should be circular and smooth so as not to injure the plant. For convenience, you can hold a leaf or stem at the base with your palm. Then he needs to let it dry.
- Spraying
To do this, use a hydraulic or manual sprayer. The latter is quite enough when processing home plants, but in the garden you cannot do without the first. If the flowers have inflorescences, you need to try not to fall on them, otherwise they may wither. Between such processing, a pause of 3-4 weeks must be made. Eyes must be protected with goggles while working.
- Watering the root part
It is carried out from a regular watering can. For home flowers, it should be smaller, and for garden flowers, more. It is tilted at an angle of 45 degrees and, without touching the stem, the soil is moistened. Watering flowers with succinic acid, do not pour out the entire volume at once, you must do it slowly, evenly distributing the liquid over the entire surface around the plant.
- Soil nutrition
Before that, it should be slightly loosened. A diameter of 20-25 cm around the bush will be enough. It is very important that the solution penetrates deep into the ground, at least 5-10 cm. About this distance from the surface of the ground are the roots of most flowers. Therefore, you can make depressions in it and partially fill them with concentrate. For 1 time it needs about 2-3 liters.
Using a solution for watering flowers with succinic acid in tablets or powder, you should not avoid feeding with special and standard fertilizers (humus, ash, products based on vermicompost). Only in this way will the plant remain healthy for a long time and delight you with its appearanceand some even scent.
VIDEO: Methods for using succinic acid
Succinic acid is present in oxygen breathing organisms and is an excellent fertilizer for orchids. The substance was first isolated from amber in the 15th century, which is why it was named. Used correctly for orchids, succinic acid helps guests from the tropics to delight their hosts with luxurious flowering.
Fertilizing orchids with succinic acid - the benefits of fertilization
Succinic acid for orchids is an excellent fertilizer that has a number of beneficial properties.
The use of succinic acid for phalaenopsis and other orchids has the following effects:
- Acceleration of recovery from stress - changing the place for orchids is a strong stress, and therefore after buying a plant it is useful to treat it with fertilizer for quick adaptation to new conditions.
- An increase in the duration of flowering is associated with better metabolic processes in the plant.
- Improving root formation is especially important for young plants that do not yet have a full-fledged root system and are only growing root mass. The use of succinic acid increases the survival rate of orchids several times.
- Acceleration of the regeneration process - if the orchid got burns from exposure to direct sunlight or frostbite due to improper transportation, fertilization can shorten the recovery period, support the plant and greatly reduce the risk of orchid death.
- Improving the overall resistance of the plant.
- Saturation of the aerial part with chlorophyll - this activates the growth of the orchid and improves its appearance.
The feeding of orchids with succinic acid has a positive effect on the condition of the soil. It helps the formation of high-quality beneficial microflora and the breakdown of harmful components. It is noted that the use of the substance significantly increases the absorption of other nutrients... There is no negative effect of the remedy on the flower, if it is used correctly.
How to dilute succinic acid: proportions and nuances
When using the drug in tablets, it is necessary to dissolve them correctly. 1 tablet needs 1 liter of water if the solution is being prepared for fertilizing orchids. Dissolution is carried out in 2 stages. First, the tablet is dissolved in 200 ml of liquid, and then another 800 ml is added to the concentrate. For resuscitation of plants that are on the verge of death, it is supposed to dissolve 4 tablets of acid per 1 liter of water. Preparation of the concentrated composition is similar to the standard one. Diluting succinic acid immediately in full volume of water will not work qualitatively. Beforehand, you can crush the tablet into powder.
Almost every apartment or house has at least a few indoor plants... Florists make every effort to grow, develop and extend the life of their green favorites. Succinic acid will help to make the care of flowerpots of higher quality, which should become best friend for indoor plants and not only.
What is succinic acid
Succinic acid is an odorless substance that has the form of white crystals, it dissolves well in water and alcohol. The taste is very close to citric acid... In nature, it is found not only in amber, but also in animal organisms. Even a small amount of it has a qualitative effect on the growth and improvement of the yield of various crops. The substance is absolutely harmless, it is used not only in agriculture, but also in medicine, as well as in cosmetology. On sale it is presented in the form of tablets and powder.
Did you know? Succinic acid, due to its properties, can prevent the formation of malignant tumors, reduce allergic reactions of the body, neutralize some toxins in it, including ethanol and nicotine.
What is succinic acid used for, the beneficial properties of a plant stimulant
Succinic acid is primarily a growth stimulant.
An additional pleasant effect is an increase in the level of plant resistance to drought, cold, green pets will gain strength to fight various diseases.
Important! You should not take succinic acid as a panacea for all ills. Of course, you should take care of the plants, fertilize and feed them with other useful substances and minerals.
Succinic acid for plants is used both in the form of irrigation and in the form of spraying. It is interesting that an overdose of the component is almost impossible, the plant will assimilate only the amount of substances it needs. This means that even a novice florist can easily process their flowerpots. But, of course, it is better to always read the instructions and follow them.
The effect of succinic acid on the soil
The soil in which to live home plant, is perhaps the most important component in the development and life of green favorites. It is not always possible to be sure of the purity and quality of the soil chosen for planting. Therefore, it is recommended to treat the soil with succinic acid. It will help to significantly improve the composition of the soil, stabilize its microflora, and destroy foreign toxic components. The acid itself is environmentally friendly, which means it will not pollute the soil structure.
How succinic acid affects plants
What succinic acid provides useful trace elements for plants, it is already clear whether it is used in tablets or in powder form. Processing should begin as early as possible. Initially, a solution of this acid improves planting material - seeds or young seedlings. Thus, the effect of the drug will be fixed for a long period.
Regular watering of indoor flowers with succinic acid protect them from heat and frost, high humidity and excessive drought, they will hurt less often or not at all. And most importantly, plants will noticeably accelerate their growth.
How to prepare a solution of succinic acid, the use of the drug in growing plants
Succinic acid is very simple to use for flowers, which means it is ideal even for beginners in this business. To prepare the solution, you need to take about 2 g of acid and 1.5-2 liters of liquid. First, the substance is introduced into warm water, and then cold water is gradually added until the temperature becomes moderate, room temperature.
Important! The action of the finished solution is limited to 2-3 days, after which it is necessary to prepare a new one.
The use of succinic acid for flowers depends on the goals that the florist wants to achieve:
- In order for the seeds to sprout faster, they need to be held for about a day in an acid solution, then thoroughly dried and planted in prepared soil.
- To develop faster root system, it is soaked in a solution of succinic acid for 45-50 minutes. After this, the roots must be dried and then planted in the ground.
- Succinic acid will help improve the rooting of cuttings. It is enough to immerse the lower part of the cuttings in the solution for a day (by 1.5-2 cm), and this will already give the desired effect.
- To activate the growth of new shoots in a plant, it is necessary to spray the stems and foliage with an acid solution once every 2-2.5 weeks, always in the morning or in the evening.
- Watering and spraying with a solution of a higher concentration will help reanimate a painful dying plant. 0.25 g of the drug is taken for 1 liter of warm water.
Application for the vegetable garden
In the garden, this "miracle powder" is no less popular. Succinic acid is often used in seedlings such as tomatoes and cabbage. It is also used to process cucumbers, carrots, radishes, turnips, lettuce, beets, etc. Light solution succinic acid (1 g per 1 l) before sowing, seeds are processed, which will very noticeably increase their productivity in the future.
As for the potatoes, before planting, you need to treat the tubers with a solution, then cover them with foil for about 2 hours and then start planting. This will speed up the flowering process and increase yields.
Important! Handle vegetable crops it is possible in a later period of their growth, but in this case it is necessary to increase the concentration of the solution by 6-10 times.
Succinic acid is used not as a fertilizer, but as a growth activator, which helps to steadily increase crop yields without an overabundance of various mineral dressings.
How succinic acid is used by gardeners
Succinic acid is also irreplaceable in gardening. Accelerate the ripening of fruits in the garden, increase yields, improve taste qualities spraying with the drug during the flowering period will help. At 125 square meters it takes about 5 liters of solution.
Succinic acid has a very good effect on the following garden plants:
- Strawberries. The solution for processing is prepared at the rate of 0.4 g per 5 liters of warm water.
- Cherry, apricot. 0.2 g per 5 liters of water.
- Grapes. 0.4 g per 5 liters of water. Regular use of succinic acid can increase the level of vitamin C in fruits.
Did you know? As practice shows, succinic acid is able to increase the yield by 20-30%, since it increases the content of biologically valuable substances in plants and fruits.
Succinic acid and indoor floriculture
It happens that only plants acquired or already living in the house for a long time slow down or even stop their growth. In such cases, feeding with succinic acid of domestic plants, for example, orchids, will come to the rescue. The working solution will strengthen and stimulate the development of flowers, help to increase the green mass and promote the formation of new roots.
By the way, the latter is very important in the cultivation of orchids. After all, it often happens that the roots of orchids become weak, dry or, conversely, rot due to excessive moisture. And as a result of exposure to succinic acid, the plant forms new roots, it is easier to take root and it is easier to transfer the transplant to a new soil.
Lovers of indoor plants have long been using such a remedy as succinic acid for orchids in flower care. This drug can be purchased at any pharmacy, it is also sold in garden stores. Let's consider in what cases amber can be used for orchids, what effect is observed and what are the contraindications?
Succinic acid and its effect on plants
The pharmaceutical preparation "Succinic Acid", or as it is also called - YaK, is sold in regular pharmacies as an antioxidant and immunomodulator. A dietary supplement is produced in tablets and in the form of a powder for injection. For human body amber renders whole line positive effects with stress, infections, psycho-emotional and physical stress. Of course, this drug has a positive effect on plants as well.
Feeding orchids with succinic acid has a beneficial effect on plant tissues. Due to the participation of dietary supplements in the process of cellular respiration in organisms that breathe oxygen, the effect can be pronounced in plants with a very slow metabolism, which include orchids. Succinic acid has the following actions:
- antioxidant;
- immunomodulatory;
- antihypoxic;
- metabolic.
Succinic acid improves the process of oxygen exchange in plant tissues, removes harmful toxins from cells, and succinates (active compounds of amber) also have adaptogenic properties that reduce stress levels and improve resistance to bacteria and infections.
However, the use of amber can be great harm to the orchid if used incorrectly. When used, all processes, including pathological ones, are accelerated, and therefore diseased plants can significantly accelerate the metabolic process, which will lead to death. So, quite often, flower growers note that in case of mistakes in care, especially when improper watering, succinic acid can provoke the development of a fungal infection in the root system.
Therefore, it must be applied correctly, using only on healthy plants, as well as for the purpose of resuscitation by wiping the leaves. It is also important to know correct dosage for the preparation of a solution of succinic acid, since there are lethal doses of this drug.
How to prepare a solution
It is not difficult to use succinic acid for orchids, the main thing is to know how to prepare the composition. YaK is a water-soluble drug, however cold water will not work, for the solution you will need heated to 35-40 degrees. In addition, there are various forms release, so it can be difficult for beginners to calculate the proportions.
We recommend taking the drug in tablets of 250 mg: it is both cheaper and easier to use. 1 tablet should be crushed into powder and a small amount of warm water should be added. After complete dissolution, add water until the right amount... There is a small nuance here - for different indications, the proportions may be different:
- When fertilizing on a leaf to reduce stress after transplanting - 1 tablet per 500 ml of water.
- For root feeding and spraying the upper part of the plant, dilute 1 tablet per 1 liter of water.
- For the resuscitation of orchids, in the case of a new root system, the leaves are wiped with a solution in the ratio of 1 tablet per 100 ml of water 2-3 times a day.
We do not recommend watering with a mixture of succinic acid and garlic, because, in addition to fighting pathogenic flora, it reduces the quality of useful microorganisms that are necessary for the orchid living on the substrate.
If you want to feed the plant, the drug can be mixed with B vitamins, vitamin C and epin to enhance the anti-stress effect. As you can see, it is not at all difficult to dilute succinic acid for an orchid. Let's talk further about how to use the YAK correctly.
Rules and method of application
Speaking about the preparation of an aqueous solution for tropical beauties, we have already mentioned the methods of using the drug. As a rule, YaK solution is used for:
- rubbing leaves to support reanimated plants and after transplanting;
- for root feeding by spilling or soaking;
- for spraying the ground part of the plant.
In the second and third cases, the solution is used both according to indications and as preventive measures. What is the correct way to apply amber in each case?
Wipe the leaves
Such a feeding method as wiping the leaves requires a lot of time and effort, however, it is used mainly on the most "heavy" orchids. Rubbing the leaves is the most in a safe way for reanimated indoor flowers, since the ingress of moisture with a powerful metabolite into the trunk or into the leaf axils is fraught with the rapid spread of infection and decay of the growth point.
To wipe the leaves of an orchid, you can use cotton pads soaked in the prepared solution. In especially difficult cases, wipe it several times a day, but it is advisable to do this during daylight hours.
Root feeding by watering
As many home orchid lovers know, there are several ways to water these plants:
- strait;
- soak;
- immersion.
The treatment of roots with a solution of succinic acid is carried out regardless of the season, and the frequency should be 1-2 times a month, provided that other fertilizers are not used. If phosphorus, nitrogen and potassium are used for feeding, then it is not necessary to use succinic acid by irrigation. It is better to use the method of spraying the ground part.
Spraying the top
You can spray with succinic acid several times a week. Orchids after such events look very beautiful and well-groomed. The only caveat is that you can spray only on the leaves and upper part.
Important! It is not recommended to spray with a solution of succinic acid flowering plants and. This will cause the flowers to fall off quickly.
Succinic acid application table
| goal | Drug concentration | Mode of application | Application frequency |
| Watering | 1 tab. for 1 liter of water | Use the immersion method for 30 minutes. | Apply 1-2 times a month. Do not use during flowering and dormant periods. |
| Spraying | 1 tab. for 500 ml of water | Spray warm solutions in the morning. | Flowering stimulation: every morning, stop when flowering starts. Treatment: spray every other day until the result appears. Prevention: 1 or 2 times a week, with the exception of periods of flowering and rest. |
| Root processing | 1 tab. for 500 ml of water | Spray or soak for 1-2 hours. | Spraying: every 2 days, until results appear. Soaking: 2 times a week. |
| Leaf turgor | 1 tab. for 250 ml of water | Wipe the leaves with a cotton pad soaked in the solution. | Once every 1-2 days as needed (until the turgor is restored). |
Application features
Like many industrial drugs, succinic acid has a number of features:
- It is impossible to use YaK on diseased plants, since the drug significantly accelerates all metabolic processes in tissues, and this, in turn, feeds pathogenic microorganisms.
- It is not recommended to exceed the recommended dilution proportions: too concentrated solutions create overfeeding that do not want to bloom or multiply.
- You should not use amber even during flowering - this reduces the life of flowers.
- Store succinic acid away from sources high temperature... It is better to store the prepared solution in a cool place by pouring it into a dark bottle.
- It is best to use glass or plastic dishes... Try not to use aluminum objects.
- Do not prepare a lot of solution for future use. The prepared solution must be used within three days. If white flakes appear, it means that the solution has deteriorated and can no longer be used.
Outcome
Summing up, we can conclude that treating the orchid with succinic acid is very beneficial for the plant. This is especially true of varieties that have lower immunity at home, are more sensitive to stress and may not bloom for a long time. In addition to the anti-stress effect, UC also has an immunomodulatory effect, improves oxygen exchange in tissues and enhances the metabolic process.
It is not difficult to dilute succinic acid, depending on the indications it is diluted in warm water and the leaves are treated with a solution by wiping or spraying. It can also be used for dipping, soaking and spilling irrigation.
How do you use succinic acid?
Before using succinic acid for orchids, you need to carefully read the instructions so that you do not accidentally harm the plant due to inexperience. In order to organize feeding, you need to have basic knowledge of organic chemistry, as well as have an idea of \u200b\u200bhow to grow exotic plants in indoor conditions... It should also be remembered that acid is a poisonous substance that can harm the plant if the rules for using fertilizers are violated.
Acid plant fertilizers
In specialized flower shops you can often find succinic acid preparations in tablets. Many amateur flower growers do not know what the benefits of this drug are, and ignore it completely in vain. However, experts say that the use of succinic acid for orchids in according to the instructions can be of great benefit to plants:
Therefore, flower growers use such feeding very often. The acid is suitable not only for orchids, but also for other indoor flowers, but the concentration of the solution may be different, it all depends on the variety and condition of a particular plant. If we talk about succinic acid, its benefits and harms for orchids, the benefits will definitely be greater than harm. Harm can only be if the prepared solution is too concentrated.
It is a whole science to properly feed these plants. But this must be done, otherwise the orchids will quickly wither away. Even if they develop normally, the grower is unlikely to be able to wait abundant flowering, since the plant needs a lot of vitality for the formation of buds.
Succinic acid for phalaenopsis and others exotic plants essential as airbecause southern flowers do not always feel comfortable at home (especially if the soil is poor in nutrients).
As soon as the grower notices that the plant has begun to weaken and wither, it is necessary to use available methods his resuscitation. As a rule, if the root system is affected, orchid leaves look lifeless and dull, and in severe cases they even begin to fall off. The main thing is not to miss this critical moment. The use of acid for orchids is a great way to prevent the lack of important nutrients and return the dying flower to active life in time.
Inexperienced flower growers in vain believe that orchids do not bloom in an apartment. Plants will certainly delight with their spectacular appearance and wonderful smell, the main thing is to provide them with everything they need for full development and intensive growth. This will help special feeding that can be easily made at home, including an acid solution.
Fertilizers should not be neglected, because an orchid is a plant that requires very careful attention and the most careful care. It is extremely sensitive to poor soil and suffers from a lack of nutrition.