Choose the right planting time, choose high-quality seedlings, soil selection and preparation, planting methods, daily management, propagation methods, hanging geraniums are deeply loved by flower friends because of their elegant hanging posture and rich colors. In my country, hanging geraniums have become one of the important flowers for indoor and outdoor decoration. How can we successfully plant hanging geraniums? This article will introduce you in detail the planting method of hanging geraniums and help you easily create hanging flower balls. Choose the right planting time. The planting time of hanging geraniums is generally in spring and autumn. At this time, the temperature is suitable, which is conducive to plant growth. In the southern region, spring can be planted in advance to winter. Selecting high-quality seedlings and high-quality seedlings is the key to ensuring the growth of hanging geranium. When purchasing seedlings, you should choose plants that grow vigorously and are free from pests and diseases, and pay attention to the root system of the seedlings to ensure that the root system is developed and free from rot. Soil selection and preparation The soil requirements for hanging geraniums are not strict, but sandy soil that is loose, breathable and well-drained is better. Before planting, the soil needs to be disinfected to prevent the occurrence of pests and diseases. Planting method 1. Dig a pit: Dig a pit of appropriate depth and diameter according to the size of the seedlings.
2. Seedling release: Put the seedlings into the pit to ensure that the root system stretches.
3. Filling: Use soil to fill the root system and gently compress it to closely integrate the soil and the root system.
4. Watering: Water thoroughly immediately after planting to promote root growth. Daily management 1. Watering: Hanging geraniums like a humid environment, but avoid waterlogging. During the growth period, keep the soil moist. During the high temperature season in summer, the number of watering can be appropriately increased.
2. Fertilization: Hanging geraniums have a high demand for fertilizer. During the vigorous growth period, compound fertilizer is applied every 15 days to promote plant growth.
3. Pruning: During the growth of hanging geraniums, prune the withered leaves and sick branches in time to keep the plants neat and beautiful.
4. Prevention of pests and diseases: Regularly inspect plants and treat pests and diseases found in a timely manner. Pesticides can be used for prevention and control. At the same time, pay attention to rotating pesticides to avoid resistance to pests and diseases. Breeding method There are two breeding methods: cuttage and sub-plant.
1. Cutting: Select strong branches, cut them into 10-15 cm long, insert them into sandy soil, keep the soil moist, and take root for about 20 days.
2. Divide: Excavate the seedlings growing next to the mother plant and plant them separately.
Planting hanging geraniums is not complicated. As long as you master the planting methods, daily management and breeding skills, I believe you will be able to easily create beautiful hanging flower balls. During the maintenance process, pay more attention to the growth status of the plants and adjust them in a timely manner. Management measures, I believe that your hanging geraniums will thrive.