What flowers are suitable for planting in Dongguan
The subtropical monsoon climate of the Lingnan water town Dongguan not only endows the city with abundant rainfall and heat resources but also brings tests of typhoons and heavy rains. In such a special geographical environment, how should flower lovers choose courtyard plants? How to cultivate and care for the city flower white magnolia and the city tree lychee, which carry the memory of the city?
Climate characteristics and plant selection principles
Advantages and disadvantages of dual-season climate
The annual average temperature of 21.8℃ and 1600 mm of precipitation provide an ideal growth environment for tropical flowers such as bougainvillea. However, 80% of the annual heavy rain is concentrated from May to September, requiring special attention to soil drainage. It is recommended to lay a 10 cm layer of碎石 at the bottom of the flower bed to prevent waterlogging and root rot.
Preferred wind-resistant plants
In the typhoon season from July to September, the maximum wind force can reach level 12. It is safer to choose low shrubs or climbing plants. Flexible stemmed varieties such as Chinese rocket and Chinese trumpet creeper, combined with grid fixing devices, can effectively resist strong wind attacks.
Guide to planting courtyard plants
Four-season flower arrangement
In spring, drought-resistant sunflowers and irises can be planted; in summer, lotus and water lilies are in season; in autumn, chrysanthemums and osmanthus flowers are fragrant; in winter, bougainvillea can still bloom. It is recommended to use a stepped planting method to ensure the layered landscape throughout the four seasons.
Caring for special varieties
For northern flowers such as peonies and peony that require vernalization, simulate a low-temperature environment by storing bulbs in the refrigerator.灌根 with potassium dihydrogen phosphate solution every month can enhance the stress resistance of subtropical plants.
Interpretation of the city's signature plants
Cultivation of the city flower white magnolia
This tree, which can grow up to 25 meters tall, prefers acidic soil. When planting, it is necessary to mix in pine needle soil. Top-dressing with bone meal before and after the flowering period can make the petals more full. Pay attention to the prevention and control of longicorn beetle larvae and check the trunk for wormholes regularly.
Management skills for lychee trees
In the green city of Dongguan, by reasonably choosing plant varieties with strong stress resistance and combining them with scientific maintenance methods, it is completely possible to create a landscape with flowers blooming all year round in one's own courtyard. The white magnolia and lychee trees that carry the memory of the city need our careful care to let the beauty of nature and cultural heritage shine together.