Cultivation Methods and Precautions for Striped Chrysanthemum
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Autumn is the season of chrysanthemums. The popularity of solid-color pompon chrysanthemums has not yet faded, and now Striped Chrysanthemum is quietly gaining popularity. However, Striped Chrysanthemum is still mainly used as a cut flower, with very few potted plants and seeds hard to find, mainly due to the lack of mass production. But we have prepared a batch of seedlings for you. In the next few years, Striped Chrysanthemum will definitely become a popular variety of chrysanthemums. Why not get to know the cultivation methods of Striped Chrysanthemum first? Today's article focuses on how to cultivate and manage Striped Chrysanthemum.
Brief Introduction to Striped Chrysanthemum
Striped Chrysanthemum belongs to the Asteraceae family and is a genuine chrysanthemum. The flowering period is usually in autumn and spring. The flowers of Striped Chrysanthemum are not large, similar to solid-color pompon chrysanthemums. You can also understand Striped Chrysanthemum as a category of pompon chrysanthemums. However, Striped Chrysanthemum grows vigorously, adapts well, and its branches grow longer than pompon chrysanthemums, making it very suitable for cut flower cultivation. Of course, if we take some height control measures, it can also be grown as a low pot plant.
Cultivation Methods and Precautions for Striped Chrysanthemum
The maintenance of Striped Chrysanthemum is relatively simple. Ground cultivation requires less management, while potted cultivation requires more detailed care. I suggest you start with the following five points.
1. - - Loose and fertile potting soil - -
The most important aspect of potted flowers is the potting soil. Due to limited growing space and repeated watering, if the potting soil is not loose and breathable, it is prone to compaction. Although chrysanthemums have very low soil requirements, it is still recommended that you use general nutrient soil for planting.
When potting, you can add some decomposed organic fertilizer and slow-release fertilizer as base fertilizer, but do not let it come into direct contact with the roots of Striped Chrysanthemum. If the seedlings you buy are rooted, it is recommended to transplant them with soil for better survival.
2. - - Maintain adequate sunlight - -
Striped Chrysanthemum loves sunlight. Even for newly transplanted seedlings with original soil, they can be exposed to the sun immediately in spring and autumn. For bare-root seedlings, it is recommended to place them in a shaded area first.
In the process of regular maintenance, adequate sunlight should also be ensured. If there is insufficient sunlight, Striped Chrysanthemum may exhibit etiolation with weak branches. If you find that the petals of Striped Chrysanthemum are not as round as before and have become elongated, it indicates insufficient sunlight and petal etiolation.
3. - - Reasonable fertilization and watering management - -
Striped Chrysanthemum produces a large number of flowers, so it is necessary to maintain sufficient fertilizer and water during cultivation. Watering should be done when the soil is dry and then wet. Drought can cause yellow leaves in Striped Chrysanthemum. During the growing period, you can apply a general-purpose water-soluble fertilizer every 10 days or so to promote new branch growth. After the beginning of autumn, you can apply more phosphorus and potassium fertilizers to promote flowering.
4. - - Pruning and propagation - -
In order to control the height of potted Striped Chrysanthemum, it is necessary to continuously pinch the top from spring to before the beginning of autumn. Pinching not only controls height but also promotes the growth of lateral branches, making the plant more full. Of course, if you want to cultivate cut flowers, you can avoid pinching or do less to let the seedlings grow taller.
Striped Chrysanthemum is easy to propagate and cuttings are easy to root. Therefore, the branches pruned from pinching can be used for cuttings, and it won't be long before you have too many Striped Chrysanthemum to fit in the pots.
5. - - Flowering period and post-flowering management - -
When Striped Chrysanthemum produces flower buds, it should continuously apply phosphorus and potassium fertilizers to promote bud growth. If fertilization is not frequent, the flowers of Striped Chrysanthemum may become smaller due to lack of fertilizer. From the beginning of autumn to when the flower buds show color, it is necessary to persistently apply phosphorus and potassium fertilizers. Most flower buds show color after which fertilization can be stopped.
During the flowering period of Striped Chrysanthemum, adequate sunlight should be maintained, and the potting soil should be kept moist, only watering clear water without fertilizer. After the flowers fade, pruning can be done. When pruning, check under the spent flowers to see if there are any unopened flower buds. If there are, leave the flower buds and only cut the spent flowers. After pruning, continue to apply phosphorus and potassium fertilizers, and Striped Chrysanthemum can bloom again.
If there are no more flower buds, the plant should be pruned flat at the edge of the pot. After pruning, apply some decomposed organic fertilizer and place it in a sunny location to wait for new buds to grow.
6. - - Overwintering management - -
Striped Chrysanthemum is relatively cold-tolerant and can withstand temperatures as low as minus 10 degrees Celsius, making it suitable for outdoor overwintering in most regions. Like most chrysanthemums, Striped Chrysanthemum will grow basal or soil sprouts over winter, which will grow rapidly in spring. Therefore, during winter, Striped Chrysanthemum should be placed in a sunny location. Outdoor management can be stopped, and in the阳台, water should be applied only when the soil is dry. In spring, the basal sprouts of Striped Chrysanthemum can be transplanted again.
The introduction above provides a brief introduction to Striped Chrysanthemum and detailed introduction of the cultivation methods and precautions. I hope you will like it!