Meihua, known as the "gentleman among flowers," has a profound image of elegance and purity that touches people's hearts. Grafted Meihua potted plants not only allow you to enjoy the beauty of Meihua at home but also experience the fun of horticulture. How to maintain grafted Meihua potted plants? This article will provide you with a detailed analysis of the maintenance methods for grafted Meihua potted plants.
Choosing the Rightplum blossom Grafting VarietiesBefore maintaining grafted Meihua potted plants, it is first necessary to choose the right variety. There are many types of Meihua, such as Hanmei, Gongfenmei, Lü'emei, etc. Choose a variety that suits your personal preferences and maintenance conditions. Hanmei is more cold-tolerant and suitable for northern regions; Gongfenmei blooms profusely and is suitable for southern regions.
Grafting TechniquesGrafting is a crucial step in growing Meihua potted plants. Here are some grafting techniques:
1. Choose a healthy plum tree as the rootstock, with a diameter of 1-2 centimeters being ideal.
2. Choose vigorousplum blossom branches free from diseases and pests as scions, with a length of about 5-10 centimeters.
3. Before grafting, remove the bark from both the rootstock and scion to expose the woody part.
4. Insert the scion into the woody part of the rootstock, ensuring a tight fit.
5. Bind the scion and rootstock together with grafting film or plastic tape and keep them moist.
Post-Grafting MaintenanceGrafted Meihua requires careful maintenance. Here are some key points:
1. Keep Moist: After grafting, keep the soil moist but avoid waterlogging. You can use a sprayer to spray water and maintain humidity.
2. Shade: In the early stages of grafting, place the Meihua in a semi-shaded environment to avoid direct sunlight.
3. Fertilization: One month after grafting, you can start applying thin fertilizer, such as decomposed chicken manure or cake fertilizer, fertilizing every 15 days to promote Meihua growth.
4. Pest and Disease Control: Regularly inspect the Meihua and promptly control any pests or diseases.
Blooming Period MaintenanceThe blooming period of Meihua is in winter, when temperatures are low. Key maintenance points are as follows:
1. Cold Protection: Meihua is not cold-tolerant. When temperatures are below 0°C, move Meihua indoors or take measures to keep warm.
2. Moderate Watering: Keep the soil moist during the blooming period and avoid waterlogging.
3. Pest and Disease Control: The blooming period is a high-incidence period for Meihua pests and diseases, so control measures should be taken promptly.
Grafted Meihua potted plants are extremely ornamental plants. With proper maintenance, you can enjoy the beauty of Meihua at home. By following the above maintenance methods, your grafted Meihua potted plants will surely grow robustly and burst into beautiful flowers.