Choose the right planting site Soil selection and preparation Planting time and method Watering and fertilization, pruning and plastic pest control and reproduction methods With people's pursuit of natural aesthetics, wild peony flowers have become home gardening due to their unique flower shape and rich colors. Popular choice. Wild peony flower (scientific name: Melastoma dodecandrum), also known as camellia and wild peach blossom, originates in southern my country and has high ornamental value. How to raise beautiful wild peony at home? This article will introduce you in detail the cultivation methods of wild peony flowers. Choose a suitable planting site. Wild peony flowers like a warm and humid environment. During the breeding process, a place with sufficient sunshine and good drainage should be selected. Strong winds and direct sunlight should be avoided to avoid burning the leaves. Soil selection and preparation of wild peony flowers do not have strict requirements on the soil, but it is better to use loose, breathable and well-drained sandy loam soil. Before planting, you can mix legus soil, garden soil and river sand in a ratio of 2:2:1 to increase the breathability and water retention of the soil. Planting time and method Wild peony flowers are suitable for planting in spring and autumn. When planting, put the plants into a dug pit, fill the soil and compact it, and pour it through with water. Note that the planting depth should not be too deep to avoid affecting the growth of the plants. Watering and fertilization Wild peony flowers like water, and the soil should be kept moist during growth. When high temperatures in summer, the number of watering should be increased to prevent the plants from wilting. When the temperature in winter is low, watering should be reduced to avoid root rot. In terms of fertilization, Compound fertilizer should be applied 2-3 times a year, in spring and autumn respectively. Pruning and shaping wild peony flowers grow faster, so pruning should be carried out in time to maintain the beautiful shape of the plant. During pruning, sick and weak branches, crossing branches and excessively dense branches can be removed to promote ventilation and light transmission of the plant. For excessively high plants, appropriate dwarfing can be carried out to reduce the occurrence of pests and diseases. Pest and insect pest control Common pests and diseases of wild peony flowers include aphids, red spiders, anthrax, etc. The control methods are as follows: 1. Aphids: You can spray the plants with soapy water or washing powder water, or use biopesticides to control them.
2. Red spider: Acaricide can be used to prevent and control, and pay attention to rotating medication to prevent drug resistance.
3. Anthrax: Strengthen ventilation and light transmission, remove diseased leaves in a timely manner, and use carbendazim and other agents to prevent and control them. Breeding method Wild peony flowers can be propagated by sowing, cuttage and plant division. Sowing and breeding is the most commonly used method. Soak mature seeds in water for 24 hours, then sow them in a sand bed, keeping the soil moist, about 20-30 days. Germinate.
Through the introduction in the above seven aspects, I believe you have mastered the cultivation method of wild peony flowers. As long as you follow the correct method, I believe you will be able to raise beautiful wild peony flowers at home. You should also pay attention to the growth status of wild peony flowers. Adjust breeding measures in a timely manner to allow your wild peony flowers to thrive.