When is the Best Time to Plant Lily of the Valley
Today, I will explain in detail when it is best to plant lily of the valley and share some small green plant maintenance experiences about sowing and caring for lily of the valley flowers. Next, our site editor will introduce to everyone.
Lily of the valley is also known as bellflower, originally planted in the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. In recent years, China has started to introduce it, mainly planting in the Northeast and North China regions. Lily of the valley is a potted flower with relatively short plants. The flowers have a strong fragrance and are mainly used for planting in flower beds. Many flower enthusiasts also like to cultivate lily of the valley potted plants at home. Let's talk about the planting methods and precautions for lily of the valley.
I. Lily of the Valley Planting Methods
1. Propagation Method
Planting lily of the valley mostly adopts division propagation, with spring and autumn being the chosen times, but planting in November is the most suitable. There are many buds on the rhizome of lily of the valley. In autumn, when the above-ground parts wither, the rhizome needs to be dug out, and each terminal bud should be planted with a section of rhizome.
2. Soil Conditions
Lily of the valley has high requirements for soil, needing it to be loose, breathable, fertile, and with good drainage.
3. Watering and Fertilizing
Water lily of the valley in the morning and evening every day. During its growing period, the frequency of watering should be based on the weather and soil moisture.
Every half month, fertilize lily of the valley with some dilute cake fertilizer water or a compound liquid fertilizer. After each fertilization, make sure to loosen the soil and remove weeds in the pot.
4. Light and Temperature
After potting lily of the valley, water it moderately and place the pot in a shaded environment. After half a month, allow the potted plant to receive some scattered light.
When lily of the valley is first potted, keep the temperature between 12 to 14 degrees Celsius. After half a month, move lily of the valley to a sunny area for maintenance, with indoor temperatures between 20 to 22 degrees Celsius.
5. Pruning and Potting Change
After lily of the valley blooms, cut the stem to supply more nutrients to the rhizome. In early spring, when new buds grow, remove the covering material and do a good job of loosening the soil and weeding for the potted plant. Change the potting soil every year.
II. Precautions for Planting Lily of the Valley
1. Scientific Fertilizing
In early spring and late autumn, apply a well-fermented top dressing to lily of the valley. After half a month, place the potted plant in a sunny area. Keep the indoor temperature at 20 degrees Celsius, with the bottom temperature around 22 degrees Celsius, and increase watering and fertilizing. After three weeks, lily of the valley can bloom.
When planting lily of the valley, apply sufficient base fertilizer. After spring sprouting, apply a thin cake fertilizer water every week. When the flower stalk appears, apply a liquid fertilizer. After the flowers fade, apply a liquid fertilizer, and do so again in autumn.
2. Appropriate Watering
Lily of the valley has poor drought resistance and prefers a moist environment. Frequently spray some water around the potted plant to increase air humidity. It's best to water lily of the valley with soft water. After potting, water thoroughly, and do a good job of watering during dry spells.
3. Disease Prevention and Control
If lily of the valley gets pests or diseases, spray the appropriate pesticide promptly. If brown spot disease occurs, spray benomyl immediately. Regularly spray some copper-based fungicides on lily of the valley.
The above is a detailed explanation of when it is best to plant lily of the valley and the sowing and maintenance of lily of the valley flowers, for everyone's reference and suggestion!