How to care for the baby's breath seeds after germination
This article introduces how to care for the baby's breath seeds after they have germinated, as well as related content about the propagation and cultivation techniques of baby's breath green plants. Detailed information will be shared next.
Methods for planting baby's breath seeds:
1. Soil sterilization: Baby's breath can grow into a full pot with just one seed. Before planting, it's necessary to disinfect the soil. Then, place the loose soil in a plastic bag, add a small amount of water, and put it in the microwave for sterilization, or heat the soil in a pan for high-temperature sterilization.
2. Seed sowing: Before sowing, moisten the treated soil with water. Wait until the soil is thoroughly wet and the bottom of the pot does not drip water. Then, place the seeds on white paper and use a toothpick to sow them evenly, one by one. After sowing, cover the seeds with the prepared loose soil on top. Note: Baby's breath is a heat-sensitive plant, so it's best to sow the seeds when the temperature is around 15-20 degrees Celsius.
3. Seed germination promotion: Then, promote seed germination. To facilitate the rapid growth of baby's breath, you can cover the pot with a layer of plastic film to keep the seeds moist and warm. Make a few small holes in the film to allow the seeds to breathe and avoid suffocation.
4. Post-germination management: Generally, wait for 5-7 days for the baby's breath seeds to germinate. After germination, place the seedlings in a shaded and well-ventilated area for cultivation. Then expose them to moderate sunlight, generally for more than 8 hours (but avoid direct sunlight). This is beneficial for promoting their growth and development. Baby's breath requires a higher amount of water during the seedling stage, so it needs to be watered once a day. However, during the flowering stage, reduce the watering frequency.
How to care for the baby's breath after it blooms?
Should it be placed in water or left dry? Baby's breath is different from other flowers, so it's best not to use conventional methods of care (placing it in a vase with water). For the bouquets of baby's breath bought at flower shops, it is recommended to trim and arrange them and then place them dry in a vase without water.
This suggestion is based on the fact that baby's breath stems have a low water content, and the flowers are small and dense, causing water to evaporate quickly. From the origin to the flower shop and then to the flower enthusiasts, the water has already evaporated almost completely. Moreover, these flowers have been sprayed with preservatives to maintain a good appearance, so there's no need to place them in water.
Additionally, many baby's breath are in a semi-dry state, which means they are essentially lifeless, so any other preservation measures would be futile.
Dry placement does not mean a short viewing period. Because the stems and flowers of baby's breath have low water content, they easily become dry flowers. When dried naturally, the viewing period of the dried flowers can last more than a year without fading.
However, flower enthusiasts should note that to maintain a longer viewing period for baby's breath, it's best to place it in a cool, dry area (be sure to ventilate and prevent moisture, as it can easily mildew, for example, during the rainy season in summer when indoor humidity is high and the flower bundle is crowded and poorly ventilated), and avoid placing it in direct sunlight, as prolonged exposure to the sun can cause the baby's breath to fade and the flowers to fall off.
The above content on how to care for the baby's breath seeds after germination and related content about the propagation and cultivation techniques of baby's breath are hoped to be of help to you!