Choosing a suitable planting site Preparation before planting Planting steps Daily maintenance, harvesting and eating Dragon tooth flower, scientific name Hibiscus sabdariffa, is a tropical plant native to Africa. It is famous for its bright flowers and rich medicinal value. In recent years, with people's pursuit of healthy living, Dragon tooth flower has gradually become a new favorite in family cultivation. This article will introduce in detail the cultivation methods of Dragon tooth flower to help you easily cultivate beautiful Dragon tooth flower at home. Choosing a suitable planting site Dragon tooth flowers like a warm and humid environment, so it is crucial to choose a place with sufficient sunshine and good ventilation for planting. Considering the soil requirements of Dragon tooth flowers, it is best to choose sandy soil with good drainage. soil. Preparations before planting 1. Soil treatment: Before planting, the soil should be disinfected, and 50% carbendazim wettable powder can be sprayed to prevent pests and diseases.
2. Seed treatment: Soak Longya flower seeds in warm water for 12 hours to help increase the germination rate. Planting step 1. Sowing: Sprinkle the treated seeds evenly on the soil surface, with a soil thickness of about 1 cm.
2. Watering: Water thoroughly immediately after sowing to keep the soil moist.
3. Watering management: In the early stage of planting, water frequently to keep the soil moist. As the plants grow, gradually reduce the watering frequency to prevent root rot. Daily maintenance 1. Light: Dragon tooth flowers like light and need at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight every day.
2, watering: according to the weather and soil humidity, timely watering, keep the soil moist.
Fertilization: During the growing season, compound fertilizer is applied once a month to provide sufficient nutrients.
4, weeding: regular weeding, keep the soil clean and ventilated.
5, pest control: regular inspection of plants, found pests and diseases timely treatment. Harvesting and eating the petals of dragon tooth flower can be used to make tea, stew or make jam. The petals are usually picked 3-5 days after flowering and washed and ready to eat.
Dragon tooth flower cultivation is not complicated. As long as you master the planting location, soil treatment, planting steps, daily maintenance and harvesting methods, you can easily cultivate beautiful dragon tooth flowers at home. Dragon tooth flowers also have rich medicinal value and have high economic value. Let's work together and experience the fun of growing flowers!