Turtle Shell Peony Planting Guide, from sowing to flowering, master these techniques!

Choose a suitable planting location, sowing and planting, daily maintenance, propagation methods, and flowering period management.

Turtleback Peony, also known as the Parrot Flower, is loved by flower enthusiasts for its unique flower shape and bright colors. In our country, peony is known as the "king of flowers," and the Turtleback Peony is even more precious among them. Let's introduce the planting methods of Turtleback Peony in detail to help you easily care for this beautiful flower.

Choose a suitable planting location

1. Light: Turtleback Peony enjoys light and should be planted in a sunny area.

2. Soil: It is best to use sandy soil that is loose and well-draining, with a pH value between 6.5-7.5.

Sowing and planting

1. Sowing time: Spring or autumn is the best time for sowing.

2. Sowing method: Soak the seeds in water for 24 hours, then evenly sprinkle them on the soil surface and cover them with about 1 centimeter of soil.

3. Planting time: Transplanting can be done when the seedlings grow to 5-10 centimeters high.

Daily maintenance

1. Watering: Keep the soil moist but not too wet to avoid rotting roots.

2. Fertilization: During the growing period, apply a compound fertilizer once a month to promote plant growth.

3. Pruning: Prune withered leaves and weak branches in time to keep the plant ventilated and well-lit.

4. Pest and disease control: Regularly inspect the plant and prevent and treat pests and diseases in a timely manner.

Propagation methods

1. Division propagation: Divide healthy plants, retaining 3-5 buds per plant.

2. Cutting propagation: Select healthy branches, cut them into 10-15 centimeters in length, insert them into the sandbed, keep them moist, and transplant after they take root.

Flowering period management

1. Timely watering: Keep the soil moist during the flowering period to help the flowers bloom.

2. Sun protection: Avoid direct sunlight to prevent the flowers from fading.

3. Pruning: After the flowering period, prune the residual flowers in time to promote plant recovery and growth.

The planting of Turtleback Peony is not complicated. As long as you master the above points, you can enjoy this beautiful flower in your garden. According to the reports of "China Flower News," the market demand for Turtleback Peony in our country is increasing year by year, and planting Turtleback Peony has good economic benefits. We hope this article can provide you with help and wish you success in planting!

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Related reports from "China Flower News"