With the improvement of living standards, people's requirements for their living environment are also increasing. Courtyard greening has become a choice for many families. Among them, perennial plants have become a secret weapon for creating beautiful courtyards due to their unique growth characteristics and maintenance advantages. This article will introduce the characteristics and maintenance points of perennial plants in detail to help you easily create a beautiful courtyard.
Characteristics of perennial plants1. Lifecycle: Perennial plants refer to those with underground parts that can survive the winter. After the aboveground parts wither each year, the underground parts will regrow, which gives perennial plants a longer lifecycle and strong adaptability.
2. Cold and drought resistance: Most perennial plants have strong cold and drought resistance, allowing them to adapt to the climate characteristics of northern China. Even in cold winters, perennial plants can remain vigorous.
3. Wide adaptability: There are many types of perennial plants that can adapt to different soil, light, and water conditions, making them highly valuable for courtyard greening.
4. Long blooming period: Many perennial plants have a long blooming period, from late spring to early autumn, bringing beautiful scenery to the courtyard.
5. Simple management: The growth cycle of perennial plants is long, and their maintenance is relatively simple. You only need to fertilize and water them moderately during their vigorous growth period to ensure their healthy growth.
Maintenance points of perennial plants1. Soil: Perennial plants are not strict about soil requirements, but it's best to choose well-drained, fertile, and loose soil. Before planting, you can apply a moderate amount of base fertilizer, such as decomposed organic fertilizer.
2. Light: Perennial plants require more light and should be planted in areas with sufficient sunlight. During the hot summer season, it's important to provide appropriate shading to avoid strong sunlight exposure to the plants.
3. Watering: Perennial plants have strong drought resistance, but they still need moderate watering during their vigorous growth period. When watering, make sure the water penetrates deep into the soil to avoid waterlogging.
4. Fertilization: During the vigorous growth period of perennial plants, apply a compound fertilizer once a month to meet their growth needs. In the dormant period of winter, you can reduce fertilization appropriately.
5. Pest and disease control: Perennial plants may be affected by pests and diseases during their growth. When pests or diseases are found, it's important to take control measures in a timely manner, such as spraying pesticides and removing diseased and damaged branches.
6. Division propagation: To expand the planting range of perennial plants, you can use the method of division propagation. In spring or autumn, dig up the underground parts of the perennial plants, divide them into several plants, and replant them.
With their unique growth characteristics and maintenance advantages, perennial plants have become the preferred choice for courtyard greening. Understanding the characteristics and maintenance points of perennial plants will help you create a beautiful courtyard. In the days to come, let's together appreciate the beautiful scenery brought by perennial plants!