As a beautiful flower, cosmos is widely loved by people. If you want this flower to continue blooming next year, we need to pay attention to harvesting and storing cosmos seeds. This article will introduce you to how to properly save cosmos seeds and provide corresponding tips.
I. Harvesting Time
After the cosmos flowering period ends, its flowers will gradually wither. At this point, we can start harvesting their seeds.
The time for harvesting cosmos seeds should be after the flowering period, preferably on a clear and dry day, which helps maintain the dryness of the seeds.
II. Selecting Seeds
Selecting healthy cosmos flowers is the first step in harvesting seeds, as only healthy flowers can produce healthy seeds.
When selecting flowers, we should pay attention to whether they have pests or diseases. If they do, these flowers will not be able to produce healthy seeds and are therefore not suitable as a source of seeds.
III. Harvesting Methods
There are several ways to harvest cosmos seeds, but the simplest method is to wait for the flowers to fall off naturally.
When cosmos flowers wither, they will naturally fall and scatter on the ground. At this point, we just need to gather these seeds together.
IV. Collecting Seeds
When collecting cosmos seeds, we can use some simple tools to help us complete this process.
We can use a larger paper bag or a shallow plate to help us collect the seeds, which can prevent them from scattering and getting lost on the ground.
V. Drying Seeds
After collecting the cosmos seeds, we need to dry them in the sun.
Place the collected cosmos seeds in a dry, ventilated place, and avoid direct sunlight, which can ensure the quality of the seeds.
VI. Cleaning Seeds
After drying, cosmos seeds need to be cleaned to remove impurities.
We can use some simple tools to help clean the seeds, such as a sieve or a towel, to remove impurities.
VII. Storing Seeds
Storing cosmos seeds requires attention to some details to ensure the quality of the seeds.
Place the cosmos seeds in an airtight container and add some desiccant inside to ensure they remain dry during storage.
VIII. Storage Temperature
The temperature for storing cosmos seeds should be kept within an appropriate range.
Store cosmos seeds at room temperature, and do not expose them to high or low temperatures, which can affect the quality of the seeds.
IX. Storage Period
The storage period for cosmos seeds is not very long, so we need to pay attention to how long they are stored.
The storage period for cosmos seeds is usually about a year, so we need to plant them as soon as possible, otherwise we will lose the chance of the seeds germinating.
X. Pest Control
During the storage of cosmos seeds, we need to pay attention to preventing pests.
We can place some desiccants or aromatic agents in the seed storage container to prevent pests.
XI. Removing Impurities
Before planting cosmos seeds, we need to remove all impurities.
We can use some simple tools to help clean the seeds, such as a sieve or a towel, to remove impurities.
XII. Planting Methods
There are several ways to plant cosmos, but the simplest method is to sow the seeds directly on the soil.
When planting cosmos, we can sprinkle the seeds on the soil, gently press them down with a small hoe, and then water them thoroughly.
XIII. Suitable Growing Conditions
Cosmos requires suitable growing conditions to grow normally, otherwise it will affect their germination and growth.
Cosmos prefers an environment with plenty of light, suitable temperature, and moist soil, so we need to prepare the appropriate soil and environment before planting.
XIV. Preventing and Controlling Pests and Diseases
During the growth of cosmos, we need to pay attention to preventing and controlling pests and diseases.
Cosmos is susceptible to some pests and diseases, such as powdery mildew and downy mildew, and we need to detect them in time and take corresponding measures for prevention and control.
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Through this article, we have learned how to properly save cosmos seeds and have been given corresponding tips. If you want cosmos to continue blooming next year, you must protect and store their seeds well.