When is the best time to plant Hippeastrum
The web tells everyone about the best time to plant Hippeastrum and teaches you simple maintenance techniques for Hippeastrum in the field of green plants and flowers. Please see the detailed introduction below.
Among many potted flowers, bulbous flowers are relatively easy to care for. Hippeastrum not only has large flowers but also bright flower colors, and can bloom multiple times a year, making it very popular among flower enthusiasts. Although Hippeastrum is easy to care for, it may fail to rebloom if not properly maintained.
Maintenance methods and precautions for Hippeastrum
Hippeastrum is easy to plant, and it can even bloom without planting, as most bulbous flowers rely on the nutrients stored in the bulbs for blooming. However, if the bulbs are not properly cared for, it may be difficult for them to rebloom. To ensure that Hippeastrum reblooms every year, it is recommended to do the following points during maintenance.
1. Loose and breathable potting soil
When planting bulbous flowers in pots, the most important point is to avoid waterlogging, so the configuration of the potting soil is very important. It is necessary to choose loose and breathable soil with good water permeability, and avoid using heavy clay soil.
You can use special bulb nutrient soil or mix your own: 2 parts peat soil, 2 parts decomposed leaf soil, and 1 part perlite mixed evenly for planting.
2. Correct planting method
Hippeastrum has different potting methods depending on the planting time. It is more suitable to plant Hippeastrum in spring. Planting in spring and summer allows Hippeastrum to root and sprout quickly, entering the growth period. Therefore, planting Hippeastrum in spring and summer is relatively simple. You can completely bury the bulb in the soil, leaving only the neck exposed, or plant it shallowly, covering only 1/3-1/2 of the bulb.
When is the best time to plant Hippeastrum
However, due to the arrival time of imported Hippeastrum often being in autumn and winter, it is often necessary to plant in autumn and winter. But many Hippeastrum varieties are still dormant at this time, so when planting Hippeastrum in autumn and winter, it is necessary to plant shallowly, placing the bulbs on the surface of the potting soil, allowing the bottom of the bulbs to touch the soil, and then keeping the potting soil slightly moist and warm, waiting for Hippeastrum to root.
3. Correct seedling acclimatization and fertilizer and water management
If Hippeastrum is planted in autumn and winter, after planting, it should be placed in a warm place with soft light, which is conducive to the rooting and early blooming of Hippeastrum. Before the roots grow, keep the potting soil slightly moist and do not water too much.
Planting Hippeastrum in spring and summer, after planting, can water thoroughly and place it in a bright and well-ventilated place, waiting for the roots to grow. Before germination, just keep the potting soil slightly moist, and after germination, normal fertilizer and water management can be carried out.
During the growth period of Hippeastrum, watering should adhere to the principle of thorough drying before watering, and avoid excessive watering to prevent bulb rot.
In the growth period of Hippeastrum, apply phosphorus and potassium fertilizer every 10 days to promote bulb growth. At the same time, apply fermented organic fertilizer or slow-release fertilizer every 3 months to provide sustainable nutrients for Hippeastrum growth.
4. Light control