How to Care for Lantern Flowers in Winter
Answering netizens' questions on how to care for lantern flowers in winter and providing detailed information on the cultivation methods of lantern flowers, here is an introduction by the editor.
Lantern flowers are very interesting flowers, originally named "inverted golden bell," resembling red lanterns and are festively red, hence the name. They symbolize a passionate heart and belief in love. They are native to Mexico and are now cultivated worldwide. Today, let's popularize some knowledge on how to cultivate lantern flowers.
1. Soil Selection
Lantern flowers prefer loose, fertile, and well-draining sandy soil. The potting mix can be prepared by combining 6 parts of decomposed leaf soil and 4 parts of river sand. This mixture can well meet the nutrient requirements for the growth of lantern flowers.
2. Water and Fertilizer Management
The watering of lantern flowers follows the principle of "watering when dry," and should not have积水. Water every 3 days in spring and autumn, more frequently in summer, and just water when dry in winter. Lantern flowers grow quickly and bloom frequently. Therefore, fertilizing regularly during the growing period is necessary, with a light cake fertilizer solution applied every 10 days or so to supplement nutrients. Fertilization should be stopped in summer and winter to avoid fertilizer damage.
3. Light and Temperature
Lantern flowers need light for growth and blooming, so it's best to have 4-5 hours of sunlight every day. In summer, with high temperatures, it's important to provide shade to avoid sunburning the leaves. Lantern flowers are not cold-tolerant, and the temperature should be maintained above 8 degrees Celsius in winter to ensure safe overwintering, otherwise the plants can easily be frostbitten.
The above introduction on how to care for lantern flowers in winter and detailed cultivation methods are provided as reference suggestions.