How to cultivate the longevity flower
Let me tell you about how to cultivate the longevity flower and the detailed cultivation and management of longevity flowers, the topic of花草 grass. Next, the editor will introduce it to everyone.
The leaves of the longevity flower are large and glossy, with wavy锯齿 edges, emerald green and waxy, with a slightly red edge, the plant is dense and compact. The flowers are bright and colorful, clustering among the leaves like butterflies with slightly open wings, hovering in the air, motionless. In the soft sunlight, they appear light and transparent, gentle and moving, and in the dim night, they are so bright and attractive.
The longevity flower is not only beautiful with its bright flowers, but also because it symbolizes "longevity," it is deeply loved by many flower enthusiasts and is a must-have potted plant for the home. Starting from September every year, the flowering period of the longevity flower begins, lasting for half a year, and it produces a large number of flowers. While immersed in appreciating the flowers, most flower enthusiasts face a challenging problem: how to quickly rebloom the longevity flower after it has faded, so as to extend our viewing time. Below, follow the editor and tell you how to make the longevity flower rebloom quickly.
Daily maintenance of longevity flowers
1. Soil preparation
The longevity flower is relatively tolerant to poor soil, preferring loose and breathable soil. You can choose sandy soil with decomposed organic matter or peat soil. Moreover, flowering plants generally prefer slightly acidic soil, so you can add a small amount of bone meal to make the soil slightly acidic, which is more conducive to the growth of the longevity flower.
2. Temperature
The ideal temperature for the longevity flower is between 15-25°C. Above 30°C and below 5°C, it will enter a dormant state. At temperatures above 24°C in summer or below 10°C in winter, its flowers may not perform well.
3. Light
It enjoys sunlight. In winter and spring, it should be placed in a well-lit position to promote flowering, otherwise, the branches will be disorganized and exhibit etiolation. During the dormant period in midsummer, it should be shaded appropriately, placing it in a position with bright scattered light.
4. Watering
Watering the longevity flower should follow the principle of watering when the soil is completely dry and avoiding prolonged waterlogging. During the flowering period, keep the potting soil slightly moist. Long-term waterlogging can cause root rot, yellow spots on the leaves, and shorten the flowering period.
5. Common diseases and pests
Aphids: They reproduce rapidly and require frequent intervention. It is recommended to bury some small white pesticides in the flower pot for prevention.
Scale insects: They mainly occur in poor ventilation and constant humidity. You can use cotton or soft cloth dipped in neutral laundry detergent to wipe them off, or use pesticides such as dicofol or fenvalerate for control.
Maintenance after flowering
1. Pruning
After the longevity flower fades, it should be pruned promptly to prevent nutrient loss and shorten the time for reblooming. After fading, there is a pair of relatively small leaves (we call them "little ears") below the flower stem, prune 1 cm above them, and new branches will sprout from the buds at both ends (can sprout in 2 days under full sunlight) and bloom. Pruning 1 cm below is also possible, but the reblooming speed is relatively slower. It can also help control the plant shape.
How to cultivate the longevity flower
2. Light
It should be placed in a well-lit area to promote photosynthesis, which is more conducive to flowering. In summer, it should be shaded appropriately. Insufficient light will cause the flower color to fade, the leaves to become dull and lose their luster, and etiolation. Conversely, sufficient light is beneficial for promoting the growth of buds and increasing the number of flowers.
3. Fertilization
Early flowering consumes a lot of nutrients, so top dressing is necessary at this time. You can add some water-soluble fertilizers for flowers, such as "Flower More" 1 and 2. During the flowering period, you can use monopotassium phosphate to make the flowering period last longer and continuously produce new flower buds.
4. Phototropism
The longevity flower has a strong phototropic property, so during the growth period, you should pay attention to changing the position of the flower pot, adjusting the light, and making the plant receive even light to promote uniform growth in all four directions.
If you want the longevity flower to bloom continuously, you must learn to prune and master the correct pruning method. Not only will it promote the germination of buds, produce new branches, increase the number of flowers, but also control the plant shape, making the plant look symmetrical and beautiful. Also, pruning can better control nutrient loss, preventing excessive nutrient loss. After learning the above, I believe everyone has mastered the secret of quickly reblooming the longevity flower. I hope everyone's longevity flowers bloom continuously and always "live long"!
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