When to Sow the Cyclamen
For those concerned netizens, here is an explanation of when to sow cyclamen and the planting time and methods for this green plant flower. Keep reading!
Cyclamen has a high ornamental value and is also the city flower of Qingzhou City, Shandong Province, so it is very popular among people. However, if you want to grow cyclamen at home, you can also choose to propagate by sowing. Many people may not know when to sow cyclamen, but in fact, sowing in autumn is the best.
【One, When to Sow Cyclamen】
Cyclamen does not have high requirements for sowing time and can be sown almost throughout the year. The survival rate of cyclamen sowing is also high. You only need to water and fertilize it on time during the sowing period to make cyclamen take root and sprout. However, for beginners in flower cultivation, it is best to sow in autumn.
Because if sowing is done in spring, the plant will enter a dormant period by summer, which will affect the root and sprout of cyclamen. Therefore, to ensure the survival of cyclamen, it is best to sow in autumn. Moreover, cyclamen is relatively cold-resistant, so there is no need to worry about it freezing to death in winter.
【Two, Planting Methods of Cyclamen】
To plant cyclamen well, you first need to understand its growth habits. Generally speaking, cyclamen prefers to grow in a warm environment. Therefore, when planting cyclamen, it is best to place it in a warm environment, prepare fertile soil, and then proceed with sowing propagation. However, the sowing soil should be rich in humus sandy loam and sieved through a fine screen before use.
When to Sow Cyclamen
When sowing, first put soil in the pot, sprinkle it with a spray bottle until fully wet, wait for the water to completely渗透 down, then immediately broadcast the seeds 1 to 1.5 centimeters apart in the pot, cover with 0.5 centimeters of soil, and cover with glass or plastic film to keep moisture. Place it in a semi-shaded area at 20-22℃. When the potting soil is slightly dry, soak the pot with water to keep the soil moist. Under normal conditions, seedlings will emerge in about 20 days.
【Three, Maintenance Tips After Sowing】
Usually, when the first leaf of the seedling is fully grown and the true leaf starts to appear, it needs to be transplanted. When the seedling has 3-4 leaves, it can be planted in a 10cm diameter pot. As the plant grows larger, a larger pot can be used, but the latest time for potting should not exceed June. If the seedling is small, it can be left in the small pot to survive the summer. Seedlings need to be shaded. In hot weather, it is necessary to frequently loosen the soil, remove weeds, water, and fertilize.
And as the growth resumes in autumn, the watering amount can be gradually increased and thin fertilizer applied. By mid-October, place it in a sunny spot. The greenhouse air should be humid. Fertilize 2-3 times a month. From mid-December to early February, fertilization is generally not needed, but if in a warmer environment, fertilization can continue. Flowering usually starts in November.
Through the detailed introduction above, I believe everyone now knows when to sow cyclamen. In fact, cyclamen can be sown throughout the year, but the editor of the Green Plant Enthusiast website still recommends that flower enthusiasts sow in autumn, as this can effectively improve the survival rate of seedlings. If there are still flower enthusiasts who do not know how to propagate by sowing, they can follow the planting method of cyclamen mentioned above.
The above is the related explanation of when to sow cyclamen and the planting time and methods, hoping to bring a little help to your life!