The Cultivation Method and Precautions for Anemones
Here is an introduction to the green plant flowers of Anemones for everyone to share, and the editor will explain in detail for you below.
Anemones are perennial flowers that naturally exude a fairy-like charm, with beautiful blooms, large quantities of flowers, and a long blooming period. They are easy to plant and are a stress-free choice for beginners.
I. Introduction to Anemones
Anemones belong to the Ranunculaceae family, Anemone genus, and are perennial herbaceous plants. They are relatives of the well-known "Peony" and have leaves that resemble each other. Anemones prefer warm and humid conditions, enjoy cool climates, and are afraid of heat. They are usually planted in autumn or early spring and bloom in large numbers in spring.
Anemones are excellent garden flowers, which can be used as edge flowers or in flower border arrangements. They pair well with roses, geraniums, azaleas, and others, enhancing the sense of层次 when blooming.
II. The Cultivation Method and Precautions for Anemones
Anemones are commonly propagated using bulbs, which look like sheep dung (see the picture above). They are usually planted in autumn or early spring. If it is very cold in winter, the anemone bulbs will not germinate after planting and will only do so in the spring.
Although anemone bulbs may look unattractive, the flowers are very beautiful, and there are many varieties, including double and single petals, with flower colors such as red, blue, white, pink, and bicolor gradients.
1. - - Planting Method for Anemone Bulbs - -
It is recommended to choose imported bulbs, which are of better quality and produce a large number of flowers in spring. Before planting, bulbs can be soaked in a solution of 800 times the concentration of carbendazim for half an hour, then taken out and dried to remove surface moisture before planting.
The Cultivation Method and Precautions for Anemones
Anemones prefer loose and breathable soil and require fertile soil. It is suggested to mix 3 parts of peat soil, 3 parts of decomposed leaf soil, and 2 parts of pearl rock before planting. Add water before use and mix the soil to a slightly moist state.
Before planting bulbs, add a sufficient amount of base fertilizer, which can be a mixture of fermented organic fertilizer and bone meal in a 1:1 ratio, placed at the bottom of the pot, covered with planting soil, and then place the anemone bulbs evenly on top of the soil, followed by covering with soil.
It should be noted that the planting depth of anemones should not be too deep. Planting too deep can put pressure on the anemones breaking through the soil and easily cause bulb rot. Generally, covering the bulbs with 2-3 cm of soil is sufficient.
Regarding the issue of the orientation of the bulbs, many people are confused because anemone bulbs are indeed not easy to distinguish between right and wrong. If you can't tell, Green Plant Enthusiast Network suggests planting the bulbs on their side, which will eliminate the confusion.
2. - - Management After Planting - -
Plant with slightly moist nutrient-rich soil and do not water immediately. Wait for 4 or 5 days, until the soil is dry, then water thoroughly. In the future, water only when the potting soil is quite dry. Be careful not to water too much before germination, "better dry than wet" to prevent bulb rot. After planting, you can place it directly in a sunny position, as a warm environment can promote earlier germination and blooming of anemones.
If the temperature is very low, anemones may need to wait until spring to germinate. Before germination, it is important to control watering.
3. - - Management After Germination - -
When anemones germinate, they should be kept in sufficient light, watered to keep the soil dry and then wet, and fertilized once a week with a growth water-soluble fertilizer to promote growth.
4. - - Container Management - -
Many flower enthusiasts find planting bulbs too troublesome and choose to buy potted anemones directly. If the potted anemones you buy do not have flower buds, you can change the pot with the original soil immediately. However, if they come with flower buds, it is recommended not to change the pot right away and to care for them in a new pot to avoid root damage that could cause the flower buds to wither.
Throughout the growing period of anemones, sufficient light should be maintained. With enough light, anemones grow vigorously and have bright flowers.
Anemones produce a large number of flowers with a long blooming period, so they require a lot of fertilizer. It is recommended to start fertilizing with potassium dihydrogen phosphate once every 5-7 days from when the anemones start to form flower buds, to promote blooming. When the nutrient solution is sufficient, anemones will continuously produce flower buds from the soil. However, if the nutrient solution is insufficient, new flower buds will wither.
5. - - Surviving the Summer - -
Anemone leaves are tufted, and it is important to avoid rain when there is a lot of it. Prolonged exposure to rain can cause poor ventilation inside the leaves, leading to rot and resulting in bulb rot and the whole plant withering. This is especially true during the plum rain season in the south, where it is essential to avoid rain.
In the hot summer, anemones generally enter a dormant period, with the above-ground parts withering. At this time, it is recommended to dig up the bulbs and store them in a cool and well-ventilated place.
Flower enthusiasts in southern regions can place the anemone bulbs in the refrigerator's保鲜 layer for 20-30 days before planting in autumn to promote earlier reblooming. Green Plant Enthusiast Network planted anemones three years ago, and after planting the bulbs in winter, they bloomed at the end of March and early April. Personally, I think anemones are worth having.
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