Plum Blossom Fertilization Methods
As one of China's traditional top ten famous flowers, plum blossoms are deeply loved by flower enthusiasts for their ability to bloom in the cold. To ensure the plum blossoms flourish year after year with abundant flowers and leaves, scientific fertilization is a key step. This article will systematically analyze the essentials of plum blossom maintenance and fertilization from multiple dimensions such as fertilization time, fertilizer selection, and operational skills.
Plum Blossom Fertilization Schedule Planning
Growth Season Supplement Period
From March to May in spring during the germination period and from September to October in autumn during the bud formation period, plum blossoms enter a period of rapid growth. It is recommended to supplement nutrients every 20-30 days. Fertilization at this time can provide sufficient nutritional reserves for the growth of branches and flower bud differentiation.
Special Periods for Strengthening
Before flowering in December, a flower-boosting fertilizer should be applied, and sufficient overwintering fertilizer should be applied before entering winter in November. Fertilizing at these two critical points can enhance the plant's cold resistance, ensuring the quality of flowering and safe overwintering.
Plum Blossom Fertilizer Selection Guide
Basic Nutrient Supply
Completely fermented cake fertilizer, bone meal, and other organic fertilizers are the preferred choice for daily maintenance, rich in nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and trace elements. It is recommended to use them in combination with microbial bacterial fertilizers, which can improve the soil aggregate structure.
Functional Fertilizer Proportion
Switch to diammonium phosphate quick-acting fertilizer 15 days before the flowering period, diluted in water at a ratio of 1:1000 for foliar application. In winter, apply decomposed sheep manure fertilizer, which can both increase soil temperature and slowly release nutrients.
Plum Blossom Fertilization Operation Specifications
Scientific Application Method
Use the annular groove application method, dig a 10cm deep groove 20cm away from the main stem, and evenly pour the diluted fertilizer. Immediately cover the soil and water after fertilizing to avoid the volatilization of fertilizer efficacy. For potted plum blossoms, it is recommended to use the immersion pot method for fertilization.
Key Points for Concentration Control
Organic fertilizers must be fully decomposed, as fresh manure can burn the roots. Quick-acting fertilizers must be strictly diluted according to the instructions, with the concentration halved for seedlings. Fertilization should be paused during the high-temperature summer period and for newly transplanted plants.
Mastering the three elements of plum blossom fertilization - timing, suitable fertilizer, and proper amount, combined with the correct operational techniques, can make the plum blossom branches strong and the flowers full. It is recommended to adjust flexibly according to the plant's growth. For potted plum blossoms, pruning can be used to control the plant shape, and for ground-planted plants, attention should be paid to the cultivation of the root collar to prevent cold in winter. Multi-dimensional maintenance can yield the best ornamental results.