What are the cultivation methods for peony seedlings
Let's talk about the cultivation methods and planting methods and timing of peony seedlings, as well as the knowledge of green plants and flowers. Let's take a look together!
The peony is known for its national beauty, with Liu Yuxi of the Tang Dynasty marveling at its "blooming season that shakes the capital." Since records began, it has been widely loved by the people. The main planting methods for peony flowers include division, seeding, and grafting. Among them, division is the most common and widely used; grafting requires higher technical skills and is often used by experienced gardeners; seeding takes a long time and is prone to reversion, so it is less commonly used in home cultivation. Below is a detailed introduction.
I. Division Method
The division time is generally between the autumnal equinox and frost descent to minimize the impact of temperature on the root growth of the plant. First, choose a strong peony plant that has been growing for more than three years as the mother plant and dig it up with the roots, remove the soil from the roots, and let it dry in the sun for one or two days. Then, cut according to the root texture and size, ensuring the separation is complete and the buds at the neck are preserved. After these steps, the divided plants can be planted in the soil.
II. Grafting Method
It is divided into two types based on the rootstock used: wild peony and peony root. Cut a 5-10CM long branch from the mother plant as the scion, with a diameter of more than 0.5CM and containing 2-3 plump buds, and graft it onto the rootstock. Currently, there are three common grafting methods: inlay grafting, side grafting, and bud grafting. Beginners can ask experienced gardeners for help.
III. Seeding Method
Soak the seeds in a gibberellin solution for 2 days before sowing, with a solution concentration of 1%. After disinfection, soak the seeds in warm water at 25 degrees, changing the water once a day for about 1-2 days. Then, take out the seeds, place them in a damp cloth to germinate, and in about half a month, the seeds will grow white spots. At this point, they can be sown in the soil, covered with 3-4CM of soil, and kept moist. The following spring, the seeds will start to sprout. It takes a full four to five years for peony flowers to bloom from seeding, which is not only time-consuming but also prone to reversion, so it is less commonly used in home potted cultivation.
The above sharing of the cultivation methods for peony seedlings and the specific content of planting methods and timing of peony seedlings are for everyone's reference and operation.