How to care for寿桃 (Dendranthema morifolium) after autumn
Below is an introduction for netizens on how to care for寿桃 after autumn and the cultivation methods of Dendranthema morifolium in autumn. Let's take a look together.
寿桃 has a variety of colors and a long blooming period, with clusters of flowers that are very beautiful after blooming. Its maintenance is very aesthetically pleasing, and the blooming period is during the Spring Festival, making it an excellent decorative flower for the festival. However, many friends who have cared for 寿桃 have encountered the issue of fewer flowers and difficulty in seeing clusters bloom. We share several tips on caring for 寿桃 that can help our plants bloom more and larger flowers.
1. Pruning
寿桃 enters a dormant period in summer, and as the weather gradually cools down after the beginning of autumn, 寿桃 will resume growth. Autumn is the peak growing season for 寿桃. We can prune 寿桃 extensively around the time of the beginning of autumn to maintain its shape and promote the sprouting of lateral branches, allowing it to bloom more flowers.
2. Moderate sunlight
寿桃 is a short-day flowering plant. Providing moderate sunlight and temperature is sufficient during the growing period. Spraying a little stem strengthener can make the stems thicker, the leaves fleshy, and the leaf color more vibrant, leading to more vigorous plant growth.
3. Watering
寿桃 has good drought resistance. When watering, it is important to ensure the soil is thoroughly dry before watering again. Frequent watering can easily lead to root rot. During the growing period of 寿桃, apply a thin layer of fertilizer every month, with phosphorus and potassium fertilizers as the main components. No fertilization is needed in winter.
4. Light control to promote flowering
寿桃 is a short-day flowering plant and can be encouraged to bloom by controlling sunlight. After entering autumn, 寿桃 should be given short-daylight, generally ensuring 8 hours of sunlight, and the rest of the time should be kept in complete darkness. We can cover it with cardboard or a black plastic bag to promote flowering.
The above explanation on how to care for 寿桃 after autumn and the cultivation methods of Dendranthema morifolium in autumn, hoping to bring a little help to your life!