How to grow chrysanthemums to be short and sturdy
This article summarizes the topics related to the cultivation of chrysanthemums to be short and sturdy and the tips for maintaining them, with the introduction provided by the editor of this site.
There are methods for maintaining chrysanthemums, with the key "3 points" not to be missed, resulting in full plants, numerous lateral buds, and blooming in full bloom.
Chrysanthemums are really easy to grow, they are typical short-day flowering plants, and most varieties bloom in autumn. How can we grow chrysanthemums well? In fact, by paying attention to three points, we can grow them perfectly, achieving full plant shape, numerous lateral buds, and blooming in full bloom effortlessly.
Point 1: Proper pruning, as chrysanthemums grow very fast, with spring and summer being the fastest growing seasons. During their growing season, once the branches grow out, they should be pruned promptly. After pruning, they will quickly grow several lateral buds from the top. After the lateral buds grow out, we should cut off the top at a certain height and continue pruning and pinching the top throughout the growing season. This will result in more and more lateral buds, and by the blooming season, new buds will produce several flower buds, achieving the effect of blooming in full bloom.
Point 2: Sufficient lighting, chrysanthemums should be placed in the sunniest area all year round. Adequate light during the growing season prevents the branches from growing too long and becoming sturdy. Sufficient light during the blooming season is necessary for flower bud differentiation and blooming. Therefore, lighting must be sufficient throughout the year, even in summer, without the need for shading.
Point 3: Proper fertilization, as chrysanthemums grow very fast, during the growing season, it's important to use multi-element fertilizers instead of just nitrogen fertilizers. Excessive nitrogen absorption can cause the branches to grow too fast, affecting the plant's shape and making the branches weak. Balanced nutrient supplementation strengthens the root system and enhances nutrient absorption, resulting in sturdier branches. Use multi-element fertilizers 2-3 times a month during the growing season and start supplementing phosphorus and potassium fertilizers in autumn. Phosphorus and potassium fertilizers can be used directly, 2-3 times a month, which effectively promotes the growth of flower buds.
These three points are the most critical for growing chrysanthemums. Proper pruning, adequate lighting, and correct fertilization, combined with proper watering, keeping the potting soil half-dry, and watering thoroughly, ensuring good ventilation, and choosing fertile and well-draining soil for planting, will result in fast growth, numerous lateral buds, and a full bloom in autumn.
The above is a specific introduction to how to grow short and sturdy chrysanthemums and the tips for maintaining them. I hope you all enjoy it!