How to raise peony flowers
Known as the "King of Flowers", the peony is deeply loved by people for its elegant and luxurious attitude. To make peonies bloom with amazing flowers, we need to master scientific maintenance methods and accurately control the growth cycle. This article will provide you with a comprehensive analysis of the golden rules for maintaining peonies, from soil management to flowering control. Five core elements of peony flower maintenance 1. Scientific ratio of soil matrix The ideal soil ratio is the cornerstone of peony growth. It is recommended to adopt the golden ratio of garden soil: leaf soil: coarse sand =4:3:3, and add 5kg of decomposed sheep dung per cubic meter of substrate as base fertilizer. This structure not only ensures smooth drainage, but also continuously releases nutrients, making it particularly suitable for the development needs of fleshy root systems. 2. Intelligent lighting control system Peony needs to receive 6-8 hours of light per day, maintain full sunshine in spring and autumn, and use 50% sunshade net protection in summer. It is recommended to rotate the potted plant 180 degrees every 10 days. Photoperiod regulation can effectively prevent the phenomenon of partial crown. Adequate scattered light should be maintained during winter hibernation. 3. The precise nutrition supply plan implements the "three seasons and four fertilizers" system: nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium compound fertilizer (10-10-10) is top-applied during the germination period in March, bone meal is supplemented after flowering in May, decomposed cake fertilizer is applied in autumn in September, and plant ash is added before dormancy in December. Control the fertilization concentration at 0.3%-0.5% to avoid root burning. 4. The water dynamic management system adopts the "see dry, see wet" method, and water is poured through when 3cm of topsoil is dry. The soil moisture is maintained at 60% during the growing period, the flowering period is increased to 70%, and the dormant period is reduced to 30%. It is recommended to use rainwater or tap water that is left standing for 3 days to avoid damage from alkaline water. 5. Double timing control of pruning Spring pruning focuses on removing weak branches and crossing branches, retaining 5-7 main branches; autumn pruning is carried out immediately after the flowers fade, cutting off residual flowers and shortening 1/3 of the current year's branches. Tools need to be disinfected with 75% alcohol, and wound healing cream should be applied to the incision. The three key natural flowering periods of peony flowering are usually concentrated in April and May. Through temperature control, blooming during special periods such as New Year's Day and Spring Festival can be realized. The plants need to be moved into a 5 ° C environment for cold storage 60 days in advance, gradually warmed to 15-20 ° C after leaving the warehouse, and cooperated with a 2000lx fill light to extend the light for 4 hours per day.
Mastering the golden rule of peony maintenance can not only allow plants to grow healthily, but also accurately control the flowering time. From substrate ratio to light and temperature control, every detail is related to flower quality. It is recommended to establish a maintenance log based on local climate characteristics and gradually form a personalized peony cultivation system.