How to plant and care for silk trees
An introduction to how to plant and care for silk trees, as well as knowledge about the planting methods of silk trees and other aspects of gardening. Let's follow the editor and take a look!
Silk trees are also known as horse chestnut flowers, velvet flowers, daybreak, and night-closing trees. The flower language of silk trees symbolizes harmonious relationships between couples, unity among family members, and friendly interactions. The flowers bloom in pink and have a flowering period from June to July, widely loved by flower enthusiasts.
Planting methods for silk trees:
1. Silk trees do not have high requirements for soil, are tolerant of poor soil, and have strong adaptability. It is best to use deep, slightly acidic soil for cultivation. General soil can also be used to grow silk trees.
2. The water requirements of silk trees depend on their growth condition. After planting, water can be given every 3-5 days as needed. During the growing season, water can be provided moderately to keep the soil moist. In winter, control the watering frequency and amount, aiming to keep the soil slightly dry to avoid frost damage.
3. Silk trees prefer to grow in warm environments and have some drought resistance. The suitable temperature range is 20°C-25°C. They can survive in temperatures as low as -10°C in winter, but growth will be slow. In the south, there is no need to move silk trees indoors during winter.
4. Silk trees enjoy sunlight and do not tolerate shade. Adequate sunlight should be provided during the growing season to meet their needs. In strong summer sunlight, timely shading is required to prevent leaf burn.
5. After planting, silk trees can be given a light application of organic fertilizer. If the soil quality is poor, the soil can be changed, or a moderate amount of base fertilizer can be applied to ensure soil fertility.
6. Prune dense and yellowing leaves to ensure good ventilation and sunlight exposure. For young, fragile stems or stems that are倾斜 (leaning), pruning can be done in early spring before they start to sprout.
7. Silk trees are shallow-rooted and have weak germination ability. During routine maintenance, pruning should be minimized to maintain a normal growth rate.
8. The main diseases of silk trees include rust. Control method: Spray a 0.3% lime sulfur solution, applying 2-3 times consecutively, with a 10-15 day interval.
9. Wilt disease. Control method: Prevent diseases during the seedling stage, and when 2-3 true leaves have emerged, spray once with a 2000-fold solution of methamidophos.
The above is a detailed introduction to how to plant and care for silk trees and the planting methods. Have you understood?