How to Make Baby's Breath Bloom Profusely
As a star plant in courtyard landscaping, Baby's Breath is deeply favored by gardening enthusiasts for its star-like flowers. To achieve a profuse bloom and successfully save seeds, it is necessary to master specific cultivation techniques. This article will systematically analyze key operational points from plant shaping to seed collection.
Ⅰ. Complete Guide to Making Baby's Breath Bloom Profusely
1. Core Techniques for Plant Shaping
When the main stem grows to 15-20cm, perform the first pinching, leaving the base with 3 pairs of leaves. After the lateral branches sprout and extend to 10cm, perform the second pinching to form a three-level branching structure. Through 2-3 consecutive pinching operations, it can increase the number of flowering branches by over 50%.
2. Precise Water and Fertilizer Management Plan
Keep the soil moist (60% humidity) during the seedling stage and control the watering amount after the plant becomes mature. Use monopotassium phosphate foliar fertilizer (0.2% concentration) combined with calcium nitrate solution (diluted 1500 times) for topdressing during the budding stage, with an interval of 7-10 days. Especially stop fertilizing 45 days before flowering.
3. Key Points of Light Control Technology
Ensure that the daily light exposure is ≥14 hours, and use LED supplemental lights (spectral range 400-700nm) to extend light exposure when it is insufficient. Avoid strong midday sunlight in summer and use double-layer thermal insulation film to maintain a temperature of 15-25℃ in winter.
Ⅱ. Scientific Storage of Baby's Breath Seeds
Select a sunny morning at the end of the full bloom period for seed collection, gently sweep the calyx area with a soft brush to collect black seeds. Place the seeds in a cool place to dry for 3 days, then put them in a sealed aluminum foil bag (add a desiccant), and control the storage temperature at 4-7℃, keeping the humidity below 30%.
Through scientific plant management and standardized seed collection procedures, not only can the profuse bloom of Baby's Breath be achieved, but also high-quality seeds can be obtained for propagation. It is recommended to regularly check the growth status of the plants and adjust the maintenance plan according to seasonal changes to keep Baby's Breath continuously blooming with captivating beauty.