Choose the right planting environment, soil selection and preparation, watering method, fertilization skills, pruning and shaping, pest control, breeding method, Ciwen flowers, also known as African violet, are loved by many flower friends because of their unique purple flowers and elegant plant type. It is not easy to raise Ciwen flowers well. This article will introduce you in detail the breeding methods of Ciwen flowers and help you easily grow beautiful flower plants. Choose a suitable planting environment. Ciwen flowers prefer a semi-cloudy environment and avoid direct sunlight. When cultivating indoors, they should be placed in a place with sufficient scattered light, such as a balcony or near a window, to maintain indoor air circulation and avoid being too humid. Soil selection and preparation Ciwen flowers are suitable for growing in soil with good drainage and strong air permeability. You can choose a mixed soil of peat soil, leaf soil and perlite. Before planting, the soil should be fully disinfected to prevent the occurrence of pests and diseases. Watering method Ciwen flowers have a high demand for water, but it should not be too much. When watering, keep the soil slightly moist to avoid standing water. When high temperatures in summer, the number of watering can be increased appropriately; when low temperatures in winter, reduce watering and keep the soil dry. Fertilization skills Ciwen flowers need sufficient nutrients during their growth period. Compound fertilizer is generally applied once a month. The amount of fertilizer application should not be too much to avoid causing fertilizer damage. During the flowering period, the amount of phosphorus and potassium fertilizer application can be appropriately increased to promote flowers. Open. During the growth process of Ciwen flowers, the withered leaves and sick branches should be pruned in time to keep the plants clean and beautiful. During pruning, pay attention to retaining healthy branches to facilitate the growth of the plants. Pest and insect pest control Common pests and diseases in Ciwen flowers include aphids, red spiders, etc. During the breeding process, the plants should be inspected regularly and timely measures should be taken when pests and diseases are discovered. Insecticides can be used to control them. At the same time, attention should be paid to maintaining indoor ventilation to reduce the occurrence of pests and diseases. Breeding methods There are two main breeding methods for Ciwen flowers: dividing and sowing. Dividing is suitable for spring. Healthy plants are separated from the mother plant and replanted. Sowing is suitable for spring or autumn. Sowing is suitable for spring or autumn. Sprinkle seeds in moist soil, maintain the appropriate temperature and humidity, and wait for germination.
Although Ciwen flower breeding is difficult, as long as you master the correct breeding method, you can easily raise beautiful flower plants. I hope the introduction in this article will help you and wish you success in breeding!
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2."Family Flower Cultivation Encyclopedia", Shanghai Science and Technology Press, 2018.
3."Plant Pest Control Technology", China Agricultural Press, 2017.