When to plant Buxus microphylla seeds
Compared to the common knowledge of when to plant Buxus microphylla seeds and the description of Buxus planting time and methods among most people, the following will introduce these topics to everyone.
Buxus microphylla is suitable for planting in an open area with abundant sunlight and good water, fertilizer, and soil conditions. It can be cut and grafted in early April, watered before the flowering period from April to June, fertilized in July, weeded 4-5 times throughout the year, removing tangled branches and weeds to supply more nutrients for plant growth.
1. Planting
Buxus microphylla prefers moist conditions. For potted plants, it is necessary to water frequently to keep the soil moist, but avoid waterlogging. During the high-temperature summer period, water in the morning and evening and spray water on the leaves. The soil for planting should be sandy, loamy, or clayey, with organic matter being the most suitable.
2. Propagation
In mid-April and late June, cuttings are taken for propagation, with a depth of 3-4 cm. Before planting, ensure the bottom is watered and provide shade for the bed to prevent direct sunlight. The cuttings planted in the same year may have underdeveloped roots and are prone to frost damage in winter, so cover them with plastic film to keep warm.
3. Transplanting
When caring for Buxus microphylla, ensure adequate sunlight to allow the plant to perform photosynthesis normally, promoting root development and growth. Buxus microphylla grows quickly, with a growth cycle of about one year for young plants. Seedlings cut in the previous autumn can be transplanted by the next autumn.
Buxus microphylla can be sown in September, in a loose and fertile soil environment, with good root germination rates. Before Qingming Festival, transplant seedlings, ensuring that the planting density is not too high to prevent leaf drop due to overcrowded growth.
1. Cutting Propagation
For Buxus microphylla cutting propagation, select one-year-old branches, prune them, and plant in spring while maintaining moisture and temperature for root development. It grows quickly, and the seedlings can be harvested for sale 6-8 months after planting, mainly supplied for projects or large nurseries.
2. Planting and Care
Buxus microphylla, also known as瓜子黄杨 (Buxus sinica), is an excellent species for planting hedges and a precious species for making bonsais, mainly propagated by播种 (seeding) and cuttings, but cuttings are the most commonly used method. Buxus microphylla prefers moist conditions, and potted plants need to be watered frequently to keep the soil moist, but avoid waterlogging.
3. Planting Density
Buxus microphylla should not be planted too densely. Prune and plant at the same time, with a spacing of about 20 to 25 centimeters between plants and not too small spacing between rows. Buxus microphylla has an elegant shape and posture, with a relatively short growth period and quick results.
The above information on when to plant Buxus microphylla seeds and the description of Buxus planting time and methods is for green plant enthusiasts to refer to, hoping to solve your problems in green plant and flower management.