Four o'clock, also known as night-blooming flower, is a common ornamental flower, loved by flower enthusiasts for its colorful and fragrant blooms. How to plant Four o'clock correctly to make it bloom beautifully is a concern for many flower enthusiasts. This article will introduce you to the planting methods of Four o'clock, helping you to easily grow a sea of beautiful flowers.
Choosing the right planting environmentFour o'clock is adaptable and not picky about soil and sunlight. However, to ensure its vigorous growth and abundant blooming, it is recommended to plant in the following environment:
1. Soil: Four o'clock prefers well-drained, loose and fertile soil with a pH value of 6.5-7.5.
2. Sunlight: Four o'clock loves sunlight but also tolerates semi-shade. In a sunny environment, the flowers will be more vibrant.
3. Climate: Four o'clock is not very cold-tolerant and thrives at temperatures between 15-35℃.
Sowing and Transplanting1. Sowing time: Four o'clock can be sown in spring or autumn, depending on the local climate.
2. Sowing method: Sprinkle the seeds evenly on the prepared soil, cover them with a thin layer of fine soil, water thoroughly, keep the soil moist, and they will germinate in about 10-15 days.
3. Transplanting: When the seedlings have grown 5-6 leaves, they can be transplanted. Be careful to protect the roots and keep the soil moist during transplanting.
Watering and Fertilizing1. Watering: Four o'clock prefers a moist environment but does not like waterlogging. During the growing period, keep the soil moist, and increase watering frequency appropriately during the hot summer.
2. Fertilizing: Four o'clock enjoys fertilizer. During the growing period, you can apply a thin organic fertilizer or compound fertilizer every 20 days to promote its growth.
Pruning and Pest and Disease Control1. Pruning: Four o'clock grows rapidly and needs timely pruning to maintain a beautiful shape. Remove withered and yellow leaves and weak branches to promote plant growth.
2. Pest and disease control: Common pests and diseases of Four o'clock include aphids and red spiders. When pests and diseases are found, appropriate pesticides can be used for control.
Harvesting and Propagation1. Harvesting: Four o'clock has a long blooming period, generally starting from June and blooming continuously until October. After the flowers bloom, they can be picked and dried for flower arrangements or dried flowers.
2. Propagation: Four o'clock can be propagated by sowing or dividing. Sowing propagation is relatively simple, while division propagation needs to be done during the vigorous growth period.
Four o'clock is a beautiful ornamental flower with simple and easy planting methods. By following the steps above, I believe you will be able to easily grow a beautiful sea of Four o'clock flowers. Enjoy your planting!