Abstract: Rock peony is a very beautiful plant. Their colorful flowers and long flowering periods have become the favorite of many gardening enthusiasts. However, for some novices, planting rock peonies may face considerable difficulties, especially in terms of soil matching. So, this article will provide everyone...
Rock peonies are a very beautiful plant. Their colorful flowers and long flowering periods have become the favorite of many gardening enthusiasts. However, for some novices, planting rock peonies may face considerable difficulties, especially in terms of soil matching. Therefore, this article will introduce you to some basic knowledge and skills about rock peony planting and soil matching, hoping to help you plant rock peony.
1: Understand rock peony and its suitable growth environment rock peony is a deciduous shrub plant with a plant height of about 1 - 2 meters and is mainly distributed in the central and southern regions of my country. They like to grow in warm, humid, sunny and well-drained environments, and have certain requirements on soil fertility. Before planting rock peony, it is necessary to understand its suitable growth environment and soil type.
2: Choose the types of rock peonies At present, there are many types of rock peonies on the market, and different types adapt to different growth environments and soil requirements. Before planting rock peony, you need to choose a suitable rock peony variety based on the actual situation of your home.
3: Provide suitable soil fertility for rock peony Rock peony has high requirements on soil fertility and needs to add appropriate amount of organic fertilizer to the soil. If the soil is too acidic, the soil pH can be adjusted by adding alkaline substances such as limestone powder.
Fourth: Choose a soil material with good air permeability. Rock peony has a shallow root growth and likes to get sufficient oxygen and moisture in the soil. When mixing soil, materials with good air permeability, strong drainage, and strong water retention capabilities, such as vermiculite, perlite, etc., need to be selected.
Five: Adding sandy material to the soil is sensitive to the root system of rock peony. It is necessary to add a suitable amount of sandy material to the soil to improve the looseness and breathability of the soil to facilitate root system growth.
6: Add appropriate amount of organic fertilizer Rock peony likes to grow in fertile soil, so when mixing soil, you need to add appropriate amount of organic fertilizer. You can choose decomposed chicken manure, pig manure, cow dung, etc., you can also use organic fertilizers such as moldy soil and humus soil.
Seven: pay attention to the adjustment of soil PH value rock peony requirements for soil PH value between 6.0 - 6.5. If the soil PH value is low, you can choose to add limestone powder, lime and other alkaline substances to adjust. If the soil PH value is high, acidic substances such as legus soil need to be added to adjust.
Eight: Control the salt content in the soil. Soil with high salt content will adversely affect the growth of rock peony. When mixing soil, it is necessary to choose salt-free or low-salt materials and ensure the cleanliness of the irrigation water source.
Nine: The transplanting time and method of rock peony can be selected in spring or autumn to avoid transplanting in high temperatures in summer. In the transplanting method, pay attention to retaining the root system. Remove the entire rock peony plant and soil, place it in new soil, and then gently water it.
Ten: Daily maintenance of rock peony In daily maintenance, attention should be paid to keeping the soil moist and sunny, and appropriate pruning and fertilization should be carried out. Treat it promptly when encountering pests and diseases to ensure the healthy growth of rock peony.
XI: Disease and insect pest control of rock peony Common pests and diseases on rock peony include aphids, red spiders, powdery mildew, etc. Pesticides can be used for control, or biological control methods can be chosen.
Twelve: The pruning method of rock peony pruning can control the growth form of rock peony and improve the quality of flowers. When pruning, pay attention to retaining the trunk of the crown and pruning off excess branches and leaves.
XIII: Breeding methods of rock peony The breeding methods of rock peony include sowing, cuttage, and plant separation. Among them, cuttage and rationing are more commonly used methods to retain the characteristics of the variety.
XIV: Application of Rock Peony in Garden Design Rock Peony is a very beautiful plant and is often used to decorate and decorate garden landscapes. It can be used with other flowers to form a beautiful garden landscape.
Fifteen: When planting rock peonies, reasonable soil allocation is a very important part. By understanding the growth environment and suitable soil types of rock peonies, and making appropriate adjustments according to actual conditions, rock peonies can grow and bloom more healthily in your home.