How to cultivate chrysanthemum
Abstract: This article introduces the cultivation experience of chrysanthemum, including how to grow and the planting methods of chrysanthemum. Let's learn about it together.
Chrysanthemum, also known as chrysanthemum, has beautiful plant shape, large flowers, bright colors, and long blooming period. It can be planted in flower beds, green belts, etc. according to height order, or can be appreciated in pot culture on the balcony or courtyard. Next, the editor will introduce the planting methods of chrysanthemum in pots.
1. Sowing
Chrysanthemum seeds are suitable for germination at a temperature of 20-25°C, and usually germinate after one week of sowing. After sowing, cover a layer of sandy loam soil on the seedbed until the seeds are completely covered. Transplanting can be carried out when the seeds have germinated 2-3 true leaves.
2. Transplanting
When the seeds have germinated 2-3 true leaves, the first transplanting of seedlings should be carried out. The transplanting process should be careful not to damage the branches and roots of the young plants, as the young plants are very fragile at this time, and once injured, it is difficult to recover normal growth.
3. Pinching
In order to promote more germination and new branches of the seedlings, chrysanthemum needs to be pinched during the seedling growing period. Usually, pinching is carried out when the seedlings have grown 4-5 true leaves, and after 2-3 transplants, they can be planted.
4. Soil Preparation
Chrysanthemum prefers fertile, loose, breathable, and well-drained substrates. It is recommended to prepare the soil in a ratio of pond mud: decomposed leaf soil: decomposed manure = 3:1:1.
5. Planting
Since chrysanthemum has underdeveloped roots and sparse lateral roots in the seedling stage, after dividing and transplanting, when the number of true leaves reaches 7-8, they should be potted and planted. During transplantation, the seedlings should be planted with soil balls on their roots into the new pot's culture soil.
6. Maintenance
In daily management, in order to promote more branching and lush growth of the plants, we need to pinch them multiple times, and apply an appropriate amount of potassium dihydrogen phosphate dilute liquid fertilizer after each pinching. Especially during the period from budding to flowering, apply potassium dihydrogen phosphate liquid fertilizer once a week, which can not only provide sufficient nutrients for the plant but also prevent diseases.
After the seedlings have recovered normal growth, in addition to appropriately watering to keep the potting soil moist, apply a nitrogen-containing organic liquid fertilizer once a week, and after 2-3 times, switch to compound fertilizer. However, regardless of the type of fertilizer used, it is advisable to apply a thin layer of fertilizer.
The above content on how to cultivate chrysanthemum and the detailed explanation of the planting methods of chrysanthemum are provided for everyone's reference and operation.