Can you still cultivate narcissus after it blooms?
Today, I will introduce to you whether you can still cultivate narcissus after it blooms and some knowledge about the maintenance of narcissus flowers. Let's proceed with the introduction by the editor.
In winter, many people cultivate narcissus, and we usually grow narcissus using hydroponics. After hydroponics, the bulb will shrink significantly after blooming. So, do we have to throw away these bulbs after they finish blooming? Can they be planted again to bloom after some time? The answer is yes.
When the narcissus has completely finished blooming, its leaves are still green. How should we deal with it? It's simple. First, cut off all the flowers, then take the hydroponic narcissus out of the hydroponic tray, trim the rotting roots, and then find some loose and breathable soil, such as peat soil, with added perlite and vermiculite to increase breathability and water permeability. Bury the narcissus bulb in the pot after hydroponics, making sure not to break the roots. Add soil little by little, water the soil to fill the roots, and continue to add soil and water until it is completely filled.
Remember not to choose a pot that is too large or too deep, but one that is just the right size. The soil must be breathable. After planting, water it thoroughly and add some root stimulator to promote rapid root growth in the soil. Place the planted narcissus in a well-ventilated area to ensure good ventilation, as poor ventilation can cause root rot. When planting, make sure to bury more than half of the bulb. After planting, if the leaves do not wilt and grow normally, we can start fertilizing. Choose a fertilizer high in potassium, which promotes thicker roots and more developed bulbous roots. Apply fertilizer 2 to 3 times a month. If we plant the narcissus bulb after hydroponics and cultivate it for a year, it might bloom again next year, or at least bloom by the third year.
After narcissus bulbs finish blooming, we know that there are many flower buds inside the bulb, with each bud representing a small bulb. After blooming, the outer skin of the bulb will consume a lot of nutrients, leading to a weakened condition. When we plant it in the soil and cultivate it for one or two years, these individual small bulbs will gradually grow larger. If it doesn't bloom the second year, by the third year, the bulb will be large enough for the flower buds to differentiate, and we can cultivate it again to make it bloom. The bulb itself contains nutrients and can grow on its own, but it needs some time to cultivate.
This is the method for post-hydroponic narcissus bulb treatment. By doing this, you won't need to throw them away; you can just plant them, cultivate them for a year, and they might bloom again the next year.
The above information is about whether you can still cultivate narcissus after it blooms and some tips on narcissus maintenance. I hope it can be helpful to you in your daily life!