Chrysanthemum Pruning Diagram After Bloom
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Some flower friends ask about the pruning diagram of chrysanthemum after bloom. Here we talk about it in combination with overwintering pruning management. Due to the vast geographical span of China from north to south, the management in winter is actually quite different. In warm southern regions, chrysanthemums bloom late, and without severe cold waves in winter, they can continue to grow and may even bloom again in early spring. In the north, the blooming period is generally earlier, winters are cold and long, chrysanthemums go dormant, and although there is heating, the lack of lighting is not conducive to the growth of chrysanthemums. It is not until mid-to-late March that chrysanthemums officially resume growth.
Therefore, the management after the blooming period in winter should depend on specific conditions. Many people online choose to cut the chrysanthemum close to the ground after the blooming period, which is wrong. Because many varieties have late-developing basal buds, they have consumed most of the nutrients after blooming and need to retain some leaves for photosynthesis. Cutting close to the ground can easily cause root malnutrition and death.
Other types of chrysanthemums, such as garden chrysanthemums, tend to produce flower buds easily, so after the blooming period, it is only necessary to remove the withered flowers and clear the withered and残枝 leaves to prevent wilt disease. It is best to plant them in the ground if conditions allow. If in a pot, you can add soil to cover part of the branches, which can increase the chance of sprouting.
Watering
In winter, ground planting does not require much watering, unless it is extremely dry. Potted plants need to keep the soil slightly moist and the leaves from wilting. Do not water frequently because it's cold, and chrysanthemums are almost dormant, so watering can easily cause root rot.
Fertilizing
For chrysanthemums planted in the ground outdoors, some compost can be added to supplement nutrients. Potted plants can be fertilized with a soluble fertilizer once a month, with a lower concentration, or a little slow-release fertilizer can be sprinkled.
Other Tasks
While the weather is good in winter, you can do some manual labor, prepare the soil for next year, sieve the compost for future use, and collect decaying leaves to make leaf mold. Flower friends with small balconies or limited space can just stay at home and plan for next year's planting. Sieving your own compost can remove many pests and coarse particles that have not fully decomposed, resulting in a uniform texture.
The above content about the pruning diagram of chrysanthemum after bloom (overwintering pruning management) is provided for green plant enthusiasts as a reference, hoping to solve your problems in green plant and flower management.