Ranunculus post-blooming treatment methods
Core introduction of this article: Common knowledge of raising ranunculus, post-blooming treatment methods of ranunculus, and specific related content as follows:
It is not easy to care for ranunculus well. So, after the ranunculus blooms, how to preserve the roots, and how to grow roots in autumn? After the ranunculus blooms in spring, the above-ground parts naturally wither in May to June, and there are two methods to deal with the underground tubers. One is to stop watering the original pot, keep it dry, and store it in a shady, well-ventilated, and rain-free place. In September to October, the tubers are taken out and replanted. This method is simple, but it is prone to rot if not handled properly. The second is to dig out the tubers after the leaves turn yellow and wither, clean them, and dry them. If an old plant grows 2 to 4 new plants, each with 3 to 4 tubers, you can take this opportunity to separate the tubers according to the natural division state of the new plants and store them in a ventilated and dry condition. During storage, the tubers will lose water and shrink, but it doesn't matter, it will not affect germination in autumn.
The suitable temperature for the germination and seedling growth of ranunculus is about 15°C. To promote tuber germination, the bulbs can be soaked in water for 3 to 4 hours before sowing in autumn, allowing them to absorb water fully, then dried on the surface and placed in the refrigerator at home (about 14°C) to induce germination. During the germination period, the tubers should be rinsed with clean water every 2 to 3 days, and planted after about 20 days when the seedlings germinate. After planting ranunculus in September to October, the leaves will grow before the year-end, and with proper protection over winter, they will bloom in April of the following year. If you want to make it bloom earlier, the germination can be advanced to August. (Suzhou Cai Zengyu)
The detailed explanation of the post-blooming treatment methods of ranunculus introduced above, hoping this article can bring you some help in green plant management!