How to raise aquilegia flowers
Aquilegia flower is known as the "spirit in the forest" because of its unique flower type, but many flower friends often encounter problems such as less flowering and weak growth during the maintenance process. Mastering scientific maintenance methods can allow this perennial herb to continue to bloom elegant flowers. This article will systematically analyze the key points of the maintenance of aquilegia flowers from environmental control to daily management. The most suitable growth temperature for temperature and light management at key points in environmental regulation is maintained in the range of 18-28℃. Special attention should be paid in summer: when the temperature exceeds 32℃, the plants should be moved to the north-facing balcony or shade, and electric fans should be used to enhance air circulation. In winter, it is necessary to move indoors before the temperature drops to 5℃, and keep the temperature difference between day and night no more than 10℃. The humidity balance technique adopts the "see dry and wet" watering method. The soil moisture is checked every 3 days in spring and autumn, and increased to every morning in summer. Air humidity can be maintained by tray water storage method, but attention should be paid to the water level not touching the basin bottom. Change the winter dormancy period to trace water replenishment every week to maintain the micro-tide of the substrate. Nutrient supply plan Scientific fertilization cycle During the growth period (March to October), organic liquid fertilizer diluted 1000 times is applied every month, and slow-release fertilizers such as bone meal are added every quarter. Adding phosphorus and potassium fertilizers during the bud stage, and foliar spraying potassium dihydrogen phosphate (concentration 0.2%) has a significant effect. Plant ash can be sprinkled to supplement trace elements during the winter period when fertilization is stopped. The best ratio of substrate to pot changing points is humus: perlite: vermiculite =5:3:2, and 1/3 of the core soil is reserved when pot changing is every two years in spring. The new basin should be 5cm larger in diameter than the original basin, and a 3cm ceramsite drainage layer should be laid at the bottom. After changing pots, place them in scattered light to slow down the seedlings for 7 days, during which time spray moisturize. Advanced maintenance techniques Flowering period control method can achieve annual flowering through temperature control: maintaining the day temperature of 22℃/night temperature of 15℃ can extend the flowering period by 2 months. Cut off residual flowers in time after flowering, and retain 15cm of stems to promote secondary flowering. Disease prevention measures Spray mancozeb before the rainy season to prevent (T-J) disease, and immediately treat red spiders with matrine biopesticides when discovered. Regularly prune old leaves at the bottom to enhance ventilation, and replace 3 cm of top soil every spring.
After mastering these maintenance tips, even novices can keep the aquiline flowers full of vitality. It is recommended to establish a maintenance log, record the watering and fertilization time, and adjust the management plan based on plant status to gradually find out the most suitable maintenance rhythm for your own environment.