The cultivation and maintenance methods of Zephyranthes
This article will discuss the topic of cultivating Zephyranthes in the home, including its cultivation and maintenance methods. Next, the editor will provide an introduction.
Zephyranthes is named after the orchid, but it actually does not belong to the orchid family. The same is true for plants like Clivia, Spider orchid, Scallion orchid,蟹爪兰 (Crab claw orchid), Sword orchid, Milan, and Hanging orchid, which are also not part of the orchid family and are often confused by many gardening enthusiasts.
Zephyranthes is a shade-loving plant, native to the tropical Americas. The plant height is about 15-30 centimeters, with a tufted growth habit. The leaves are linear, resembling chives. The flower stem emerges from the leaf tuft, with 6 petals. The flowers of Zephyranthes are larger, pink, slightly drooping petals; Zephyranthes has a deep peach color, with each bulb of the mature plant capable of flowering. The tufted flowers bloom brilliantly in the sunlight, enchanting and loved by all. The blooming period is from April to September, suitable for planting in garden borders or in pots.
The best soil for cultivating Zephyranthes is fertile sandy loam. For border planting in flower beds, plant 3-5 bulbs per hole, with a spacing of about 15 centimeters. For pot planting, use a pot of 17 centimeters to plant 5-7 bulbs, and ensure adequate watering after planting to maintain moisture. The cultivation site should have sufficient sunlight, as shaded areas are less likely to produce offsets and bloom. Organic fertilizers such as oil cakes or compost, or nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium fertilizers can be used, applied every 2-3 months, with a proportional increase in phosphorus and potassium fertilizers to promote bulb enlargement and good flowering. When the plant becomes crowded, it is necessary to forcefully divide the clumps. The plant is robust, drought-resistant, and heat-tolerant, making it easy to cultivate with an optimal growth temperature of 22-30 degrees.
For the propagation of Zephyranthes, the methods commonly used are division or bulb planting, which can be done throughout the year, but spring is the best time. Simply dig up the bulbs, plant 3-5 bulbs in each location, water to maintain proper moisture, and they are easy to survive. When digging up bulbs, be careful not to damage them. If there are too many leaves and flower stems, cut off the top, leaving the intact bulb and 6-8 centimeters of leaves for planting. If the bulb has already sprouted a flower bud, after branching, water sufficiently and it can still bloom.
The above is a comprehensive explanation of the cultivation and maintenance methods of Zephyranthes, hoping to provide a starting point and solve your green plant problems.