How to Cultivate Lily of the Valley
Let me share with you some experience on how to cultivate and care for Lily of the Valley, a green plant care aspect. Let's take a look together.
Lily of the Valley is native to the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere and belongs to the Liliaceae family. The flowers of Lily of the Valley are beautiful, fragrant, and highly ornamental. Additionally, Lily of the Valley has high medicinal value, with the entire plant being medicinal, but it is toxic and should be consumed only as directed by a doctor. Here is an introduction to the cultivation methods of Lily of the Valley.
1. Temperature
Lily of the Valley is cold-tolerant and prefers to grow in cool environments, with the most suitable temperature being 18-22 degrees. If the temperature is too hot, above 25 degrees, the leaves will start to wilt, and if it exceeds 30 degrees, the leaves will turn yellow and wither. If the temperature is too low, the plant will enter a dormant period and growth will slow down.
2. Water
Lily of the Valley enjoys moisture and is suitable for growth in a relatively humid environment. When sowing, pay attention to controlling the humidity of the environment, and maintain soil moisture during growth. In the summer, due to high temperatures, water evaporates quickly, so the watering frequency can be increased slightly, about once every five days. Normally, you can spray the area around the plant to maintain the humidity.
3. Soil
Choose high-quality, humus-rich soil for Lily of the Valley to grow better. Usually, sandy soil, garden soil, etc., are mixed in proportion, and remember to adjust the soil to a slightly acidic state. Lily of the Valley cannot grow in alkaline soil, which will lead to poor plant development and shortened flowering periods.
4. Light
Lily of the Valley prefers shade and does not require excessive light, needing about 6 hours of sunlight per day. If exposed to sunlight for too long, the leaves will wither, and if the light is too weak, the leaves will turn yellow, and flowering will be delayed. Remember not to place it outdoors in direct sunlight and provide appropriate shading, preferably under gentle diffused light.
5. Fertilizer
Lily of the Valley enjoys fertilizer. Apply a top dressing in early spring and late autumn, before flowering, to provide suitable temperature, water, and light conditions. About 3 weeks later, the Lily of the Valley will bloom. After sprouting in spring, apply diluted decomposed cake fertilizer to the plant once a week. Apply a liquid fertilizer after the flowering period.
6. Diseases and Pests
The most common diseases of Lily of the Valley are powdery mildew and leaf spot. Use carbendazim or other medications for spraying to cure the affected branches and leaves. The main pests are aphids and thrips. If you notice signs of pest damage on the leaves, spray the medication promptly, usually using diluted dimethoate.
7. Precautions
Lily of the Valley should not be planted with lilacs or daffodils, as it can cause the lilacs to wither and both plants to be damaged.
The detailed explanation of how to cultivate Lily of the Valley and the key points of care provided above are for your reference and suggestion only!