Canna indica, also known as "red banana" and "beauty flower", is a tropical plant with high ornamental value. Its flowers are bright in color and have a long blooming period, making it deeply loved by flower enthusiasts. The planting of Canna indica is not easy, especially for beginners. This article will introduce you to the ground planting methods of Canna indica in detail, helping you to easily grow beautiful Canna indica.
Choose a suitable planting siteCanna indica prefers sunny and well-drained soil. When choosing a planting site, it is best to choose a place with higher terrain and better drainage conditions. The soil should be loose, fertile, and slightly acidic.
The propagation methods of Canna indicaThere are mainly two methods of propagation for Canna indica: division propagation and seeding propagation.
1. Division propagation: In spring or autumn, dig up the Canna indica plant from the soil, cut off the withered leaves and rhizomes, select healthy rhizomes for division, and retain 2-3 buds on each rhizome. Plant the divided Canna indica into the pre-prepared planting pits.
2. Seeding propagation: The germination rate of Canna indica seeds is low, so seeding propagation is less commonly used. If you want to use seeding propagation, you need to sow the Canna indica seeds in loose soil in spring, keep the soil moist, and transplant after the seeds germinate.
Canna indica planting skills1. Planting time: The best time for planting Canna indica is in spring or autumn when the climate is suitable for plant growth.
2. Planting depth: When planting, bury the rhizome in the soil and expose the buds. Too deep planting depth will affect plant growth.
3. Planting spacing: Canna indica grows quickly, so the planting spacing should not be too dense, generally maintaining a distance of 50-70 centimeters.
4. Watering: Canna indica loves water. After planting, keep the soil moist, and water appropriately during the growing period according to the weather conditions and soil moisture.
5. Fertilization: Canna indica grows vigorously and requires moderate fertilization. Generally, apply a compound fertilizer once a month, and be careful not to let the fertilizer come into contact with the plant when fertilizing.
Canna indica maintenance management1. Pruning: During the growing period, prune the withered leaves in time to keep the plant beautiful.
2. Pest and disease control: Canna indica is prone to pest and disease attacks. If pest and disease problems are found, take measures to control them in a timely manner.
3. Winter management: In winter, Canna indica needs to take anti-cold measures. You can dig up the plant with the roots, move it indoors, or dig a pit to bury it in the soil, keeping the soil moist.
The ground planting method of Canna indica is not complicated. As long as you master the planting skills and maintenance management, you can easily grow beautiful Canna indica. I hope this article is helpful to you and wish you success in planting!