How to plant sunflowers
The topic brought by the editor is how to plant sunflowers and the whole process of sunflower planting, including various plant topics. The editor will provide you with detailed answers below.
Sunflowers have always been a favorite among flower enthusiasts. This flower is also known as "immortal," and just by the name, you can tell it's a very tough plant. Sunflowers, just like their name, love environments with plenty of sunlight. During the growing period, it's best to expose them to more sunlight, which helps with photosynthesis and synthesizes more nutrients. The flower colors will also be more vibrant, and they bloom beautifully.
Sunflowers are very tough and can bloom in any season with the right environment. They come in red, yellow, pink, and other colors. The plants are not very large, and they can be planted on balconies. They are a type of perennial herbaceous flower. Planting different colors together can make it look like a small garden. Sunflowers have both single and double petals, and the editor prefers double petals, which are as magnificent as peonies.
Because the temperature in many places is relatively low in winter, most sunflowers may only bloom in spring, summer, and autumn. As the late autumn arrives and the temperature drops, many sunflower enthusiasts find that their plants start to yellow and wither, and eventually die. They have to plant new ones the following year. However, if we take good care of them, sunflowers can also survive the winter and bloom even more the next year. Let's see how to do it together.
Sunflowers prefer warm environments. In autumn and winter, as the temperature gradually drops, sunflowers grow slowly and eventually go dormant, not producing new buds or continuing to bloom. If no proper insulation measures are taken during this time, sunflowers can be frostbitten. So, when the temperature is below 10 degrees Celsius, we need to insulate sunflowers, either by bringing them indoors or setting up a windbreak shed.
How to plant sunflowers
Sunflowers do not require much water. Normally, you should water them only when the soil is dry. Overwatering can lead to waterlogging and root rot, affecting blooming. In autumn and winter, with the low temperature, sunflowers enter a dormant period and almost do not need watering because they are very drought-tolerant.
We can also prune the unhealthy branches to reduce the consumption of nutrients. When the plants grow new buds the next year, they will look more lush. Usually, a little scattered light is enough, and they should not be exposed to strong sunlight.
When sunflowers enter the dormant period, everyone should stop fertilizing because the plants cannot absorb it, and fertilizing may lead to fertilizer damage. The pruned branches can also be used for cutting, with a very high survival rate. With a warm environment, they can grow new buds in half a month, turning one pot into many, and creating a sea of flowers the next year.
Sunflowers love environments with plenty of sunlight. After surviving the winter, they need more sunlight and keep the soil slightly moist. Before blooming, add some "Flower More 2" fertilizer to ensure continuous blooming with vibrant colors, making them look very beautiful.
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