Seed collection and processing Seedling soil selection sowing and soil covering management after sowing transplanting and management precautions Desert rose, scientific name Adenium obesum, is a succulent plant with great ornamental value. It has thick meat quality, compact leaves, and bright colors. It is known as the "roses in the desert". In recent years, with the rise of succulent plants, desert roses have become more and more popular among people. How to raise desert roses at home? This article will provide you with a detailed analysis of the seed breeding methods of Desert Rose. Seed collection and treatment 1. Seed collection: Select healthy and mature desert rose plants, wait for their flowers to wither, and collect seeds.
2. Seed treatment: Soak the collected seeds in warm water for 24 hours to promote the seeds to absorb water and expand. Selection of seedling soil 1. Soil requirements: Select sandy soil with good air permeability and good drainage or mixed soil of peat soil and perlite.
2. Soil preparation: Sift the soil to remove impurities, and then place it into a seedling pot. Sowing and covering with soil 1. Sowing time: Spring and autumn are the best periods for sowing.
2. Sowing method: Sprinkle the treated seeds evenly on the soil surface and cover them with a thin layer of fine sand or vermiculite.
3. Soil thickness: about 1-2 mm. Management after sowing 1. Watering: After sowing, keep the soil moist, but avoid standing water. After the seeds sprout, appropriately reduce the frequency of watering.
2. Light: Maintain sufficient light for at least 4-6 hours a day.
3. Temperature: The appropriate temperature is 20-30℃ to avoid too high or too low temperatures.
4. Prevention of pests and diseases: Regularly inspect plants and treat pests and diseases found in a timely manner. Transplanting and management 1. Transplanting time: When the seedlings have grown 3-4 true leaves, they can be transplanted.
2. Transplanting method: Select a suitable potted container and transplant the seedlings into it, paying attention to maintaining the breathability and drainage of the soil.
3. Management after transplanting: Keep the soil moist, apply appropriate fertilizers, and maintain sufficient light. Notes 1. Seed germination time: Desert rose seeds germinate for a long time, usually 1-3 months after sowing.
2. Seed quality: Select high-quality seeds to increase germination rate.
3. Nurturing environment: Maintain suitable soil, light, temperature and other conditions to improve the survival rate of seedlings.
Through the above methods, you can easily cultivate beautiful desert roses at home. During the seedling raising process, pay attention to details and take care of them patiently. I believe that you will be able to harvest pots of healthy desert roses. Let us walk into the meaty world together and feel the unique charm of desert roses!