Autumn Oxalis Planting
The editor brings you some knowledge about bulbous flowers - Oxalis, autumn planting of Oxalis. Next, the editor will introduce it.
There are some points that flower enthusiasts should pay attention to when planting Oxalis in autumn. For新手 flower enthusiasts, learning from the experience of predecessors can help avoid many detours. Here is a summary of the planting experience of autumn planted Oxalis shared by flower enthusiasts, for your reference:
1. Soil: Firstly, the bulbs of autumn planted Oxalis are actually bulbous, different from common tuberous Oxalis. The bulbs are drought-resistant but not flood-resistant. It is essential to use loose and breathable soil. The definition of loose and breathable is a mix of peat soil and perlite in a 1:1 ratio, and you can mix in some loose small particles. The bottom must be padded with large-pored stone (light stone) or ceramsite, or you can buy pre-mixed orchid soil, also padded with ceramsite at the bottom. Never use loess; I get angry if someone suggests using loess, as the bulbs will become rigid.
2. Pot: Diameter of 15CM or more, the roots of Oxalis are developed but not deep, a depth of 12CM is sufficient. Use a bulb pot, which is basically mesh at the bottom, very breathable, so it works effectively with the stone. The material of the pot can be plastic, red pottery, or earthenware, but never use a porcelain pot. I hate porcelain pots; they are heavy and not breathable, which can freeze the roots. They feel cold in winter and scorching when heated up. Porcelain pots are terrible!
3. Watering: Depending on the weather, water once a week in dry sunny days, or once every two weeks or three weeks in rainy or humid conditions. In short, water only when it's dry, and make sure to water thoroughly. Autumn planted Oxalis has the same habits as bulbs, even sturdier, and in the coldest winter, excessive water can freeze and damage the roots, so remember to control watering. The leaves should not look wilted. Initially, water thoroughly and place in a semi-shaded area, then move to sunlight once the leaves grow. If the bulbs are placed in direct sunlight before they germinate, they will cook.
4. Sunlight, Temperature, and Overwintering Precautions: Apart from the germination period, Oxalis loves the sun very much. After the leaves start growing, it thrives in a warm environment with direct sunlight, at temperatures between 5-25 degrees Celsius. Please pay attention to the actual outdoor temperature and day-night temperature differences if you are raising them outdoors. Control watering to prevent water damage in low temperatures, as it cannot survive below freezing for long. In the north, where there is heating, you can place them on a bright window sill indoors, and continue to raise them outdoors when the temperature reaches zero in March.
5. Planting Precautions: It's best to use the immersion method to evenly absorb water when planting. The planting depth should be twice the length of the bulb. Generally, bulbs have two pointed ends, with one side sprouting and the other side rooting. If you can't distinguish between the sprout and the root, it's best to lay it flat. If you find that the leafing point is exposed to the soil surface too much after the leaves grow, add more soil. Therefore, initially, don't fill the pot with soil, 2/3 is enough.
The above is the full content of the autumn Oxalis planting (summary by flower enthusiasts) and I hope it helps you. At the same time, I also hope everyone will come to see more green plant and flower experience and common knowledge!