The cultivation method of glass begonia
Today, I will introduce to you the knowledge of glass begonia cultivation in family gardening. Here are the cultivation methods of glass begonia. Next, the editor of this site will introduce to you.
Also known as glass jade, glass begonia, or evergreen begonia, it prefers warm temperatures and is not cold-resistant, with an optimal growth temperature of around 10-30 degrees Celsius. Below 10°C, its growth is slow. Under suitable temperatures, it can bloom throughout the year, with a long blooming period and strong continuous blooming ability, featuring the characteristic of blooming and growing at the same time, and having fleshy leaves. High temperatures can lead to poor growth, leaf burn, and scorching. It easily climbs and is susceptible to diseases. It thrives in environments with high humidity and moist soil, is not drought-resistant, and also dislikes waterlogging. It prefers a growth environment with plenty of light and good ventilation, but direct strong sunlight can cause leaf and flower burn, so it needs to be shaded 40-50% during the summer.
Being a long-day to short-day plant, glass begonia will only bloom under long-day conditions when the night temperature is below 21 degrees. However, the influence of day length on flowering is not as decisive as that of chrysanthemum or poinsettia. The green leaf variety has stronger weather resistance than the copper leaf variety. There is no need to pinch and it is advisable to avoid using growth regulators.
With well-developed fibrous roots and vigorous growth, attention should be paid to fertilizer and water management during the growing period. Apply a dilute fertilizer solution once a week, preferably with a compound fertilizer of 150-200 ppm. Watering should be sufficient to keep the potting soil moist but not overly wet, and ventilation needs to be enhanced. In winter, the amount of watering should be reduced. During cultivation, individual sprawling branches should be pinched to promote flowering on lateral branches and maintain a good plant shape. After flowering, cut off the flowering branches to encourage new growth, and at this time, control watering. After new plants emerge, continue normal management, and they can bloom again. Generally, after two years of cultivation, the plant's growth weakens and the shape becomes disheveled, so it should be discarded. In production, it is usually cultivated as an annual. However, in horticultural cultivation, it can be grown as a perennial.
In the summer, glass begonia is not tolerant to direct sunlight and rain, so it should be shaded and protected from rain. In winter, it enjoys plenty of sunlight. Insufficient light can lead to weak growth, thin plants, and faded leaf and flower colors. Excessive light can cause leaf shrinkage and burn spots, while insufficient fertilizer results in stunted growth and red leaves. Additionally, under greenhouse conditions in winter, plants may exhibit uneven growth, which is caused by uneven plant distribution. It is necessary to regularly rotate the flowerpots to ensure even light exposure and maintain a good plant shape.
This article shares a comprehensive explanation of the cultivation methods of glass begonia, hoping it can help you.