How to care for Cineraria?
This article provides knowledge on how to cultivate the green plant Cineraria, with the following introduction by the website editor for netizens.
How to care for Cineraria?
It was still autumn then, and I planted many seedlings. When a neighbor came to visit and saw several pots that looked like melon seedlings, they asked, "It's autumn now, can the seedlings still grow?"
Actually, they were not melon seedlings at all; they were proper flower seedlings that bloom beautifully. The leaves just resemble melon leaves, hence the name Cineraria.
We can sow Cineraria seedlings in autumn, or purchase potted plants with flower buds in winter and early spring for care and appreciation. Today, I will specifically introduce the care methods and precautions for Cineraria.
Care methods and precautions for Cineraria seedlings to blooming
Usually, gardening enthusiasts cultivate Cineraria by sowing in autumn. Cineraria seeds are very small, similar to dust, so when sowing, one must be extremely careful and hold their breath, or the seeds might be blown away.
Cineraria does not require covering with soil after sowing. Keep the potting soil moist, and it will germinate in about half a month. After germination, provide adequate light to prevent leggy growth, and also maintain the moisture of the potting soil.
1. Soil requirements
How to care for Cineraria?
When Cineraria has grown 2-3 true leaves, it can be transplanted into a pot. The potting soil for Cineraria should be loose, breathable, and fertile. You can mix peat soil, decayed leaf soil, and pearl rock in a ratio of 2:2:1. A sufficient amount of fermented organic fertilizer should also be added as a base fertilizer when potting.
2. Light requirements
Cineraria enjoys sunlight. During the care of seedlings, adequate light should be maintained. Insufficient light can cause leggy growth, while sufficient light will make Cineraria grow stronger.
3. Temperature control
Since seedlings are cultivated in autumn and winter, there is no need to worry too much about temperature in autumn. However, it is necessary to control the temperature in winter. A temperature of around 15 degrees Celsius is suitable for the growth of Cineraria.
If the temperature drops below 5 degrees, Cineraria may experience growth stagnation. When the temperature falls below 0 degrees, there is a risk of frost damage to Cineraria. Therefore, it is important to maintain warmth in winter, but not too much warmth. If the temperature exceeds 20 degrees, Cineraria may also easily become leggy.
4. Fertilization and water management