The maintenance and management of ground cover plants
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Ground cover plants refer to low矮 plants that can cover the ground. They all have the characteristics of low矮 plants, dense branches and leaves, creeping branches and vines, developed rhizomes, and easy propagation. Ground cover plants are generally divided into lawn ground cover plants and special purpose ground cover plants. The latter refers to low矮 plants with ornamental value or economic uses planted in gardens and parks.
Due to the characteristics of ground cover plants, which are cultivated in large areas, it is generally not allowed and impossible to fine-tune maintenance. Only extensive management can be used as the principle. The following is a brief introduction to the maintenance and management techniques of ground cover plants:
First, drought-resistant watering. Ground cover plants are generally more drought-resistant varieties. There is no need for artificial watering except for continuous dry weather without rain. For small ornamental and medicinal ground cover plants propagated in the same year, they should be watered thoroughly 2 to 4 times a week, preferably with water penetrating into the ground 10 to 15 centimeters. Watering should be done before 10 am and after 4 pm in the afternoon.
Second, increase soil fertility. During the growing period of ground cover plants, fertilizers should be added in a timely manner according to the needs of various plants. The commonly used fertilization method is the spray method, which is suitable for large-scale use and can be carried out during the plant growing period. In addition, micro-fertilization can also be combined with soil addition in early spring, late autumn, or before and after the plant dormancy period, which is very beneficial for plant overwintering. It is also possible to fully utilize local compost, farm manure, cake fertilizer, river silt, and other organic fertilizer sources according to local conditions.
Pay attention that all compost must be fully decomposed and sieved. Before fertilizing, the leaves of the ground cover plants should be cut, and then the fertilizer should be evenly applied. For ornamental and medicinal ground cover plants, generally 500 kg of fertilizer per mu is applied.
Third, prevent soil and water loss. The soil in the planting area must be kept loose and fertile, and the drainage must be good. Under normal circumstances, it should be checked once or twice a year, and carefully checked for erosion damage after heavy rain. For parts with serious soil and water loss, immediate measures should be taken to block the漏洞, otherwise the loss will continue to expand and cause an unforgettable situation.
Fourth, prevent bare patches. In the large-scale cultivation of ground cover plants, the worst thing is to have bare patches, especially when large bare patches occur, they are very ugly. Therefore, once they appear, they should
Fifth, prune flat. Generally, low矮 varieties do not need to be pruned frequently, and extensive management is the main method. However, due to the introduction of a large number of flowering ground cover plants in recent years, a few with residual flowers or tall flower stems need to be properly lowered after flowering, or properly repaired in combination with seed collection.
Sixth, update and rejuvenate. In the maintenance and management of ground cover plants, due to various unfavorable factors, large areas often appear prematurely aging. At this time, according to different situations, the surface soil should be punctured to make the root soil loose and breathable, and at the same time, fertilization and watering should be strengthened. For some ornamental bulbous and bulbous ground cover plants, it is necessary to divide the roots and turn them over every 5 to 6 years, otherwise it will also cause natural decline.
Seventh, adjustment and improvement of ground cover communities. The cultivation period of ground cover plants is long, but it is not immutable after planting once. In addition to some varieties that can self-renew and rejuvenate, adjustments and improvements need to be made from the aspects of ornamental effects and coverage effects.
Firstly, pay attention to the alternation and connection of green period and ornamental period. For example, ornamental ground cover plants such as Lycoris and surprise lilies, they only grow leaves in winter and bloom in summer, while the evergreen Carex don't see flowers all year round. If some Lycoris and surprise lilies are added to a large area of Carex, they can complement each other. If ornamental ground cover plants such as Convolvulus,蔓常春花, and Parthenocissus tricuspidata are mixed with plants like Lily of the Valley and Narcissus, the bright flowers can be set off against the dark background. The mixture of February兰花 and Four O'clocks has alternating blooming periods and significant effects.
Pay attention to the coordination of colors, which should be eye-catching and avoid clutter. For example, on the lawn that looks like a carpet, planting some ornamental ground cover plants such as low矮 purple flowers, white flowers, and yellow dandelions is easy to coordinate. For example, planting white sweet alyssum and sunflowers on the edges of roads or lawns makes them elegant, eye-catching, and luxurious.
The above () introduces the complete content of the maintenance and management of ground cover plants. Have the green plant enthusiasts understood?