Si Hong camellia, also known as red camellia, is one of the traditional precious flowers in China, loved by flower enthusiasts for its beautiful flowers and unique fragrance. It is not easy to grow Si Hong camellia well. This article will provide you with a detailed breeding method of Si Hong camellia, helping you to enjoy the fun of growing flowers from seeding to flowering.
The planting method of Si Hong camellia1. Seed collection: Choose mature and plump Si Hong camellia seeds, preferably collected in autumn.
2. Seed treatment: Soak the collected seeds in warm water for 24 hours, then remove and dry them.
3. Sowing time: Spring or autumn is suitable for sowing, but spring is better.
4. Sowing method: Sprinkle the processed seeds evenly in the moist soil, with a covering thickness of about 1 centimeter.
5. Watering and moisturizing: Keep the soil moist after sowing, watering 1-2 times a day.
6. Temperature control: The temperature during the sowing period should be controlled between 15-25℃.
The transplantation method of Si Hong camellia1. Transplanting time: It is usually done in spring or autumn when the plants grow vigorously and are easy to survive.
2. Transplanting method: Choose strong seedlings, carefully dig them up, and protect the roots.
3. Planting depth: The depth of planting should be such that the roots are just buried in the soil.
4. Watering: Water promptly after transplanting to keep the soil moist.
The daily maintenance of Si Hong camellia1. Light: Si Hong camellia prefers a semi-shaded environment. Avoid direct sunlight in summer and increase light appropriately in winter.
2. Watering: Keep the soil moist but avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot.
3. Fertilization: Apply a compound fertilizer once a month during the growing period, and increase phosphorus and potassium fertilizers before and after flowering.
4. Pest and disease control: Regularly inspect the plants and control pests and diseases in a timely manner.
5. Pruning: Trim the withered and diseased branches in time to keep the plant ventilated and well-lit.
The propagation method of Si Hong camellia1. Division propagation: Choose a vigorous plant and transplant it by dividing the plant.
2. Grafting propagation: Choose a strong Si Hong camellia as the rootstock and graft the branches of good varieties onto it.
The ornamental value of Si Hong camelliaSi Hong camellia has beautiful flowers and a strong fragrance, making it highly ornamental and suitable as an ornamental plant in homes, parks, and scenic spots.
In the process of breeding Si Hong camellia, attention should be paid to the stages of sowing, transplanting, daily maintenance, and propagation. As long as you master the correct breeding methods, you will definitely be able to grow beautiful Si Hong camellia. I hope this article is helpful to you.
References:
[1] "Si Hong Camellia Breeding Technology", Zhang Wei, 2019.
[2] "Research on the Control of Pests and Diseases of Si Hong Camellia", Li Ming, 2020.