How to care for四季海棠 flowers
An introduction to the care and cultivation methods of 四季海棠 flowers and green plant flowers, with the site editor introducing to netizens next.
Four-season Begonias are very beautiful flowering plants that can bloom continuously throughout the year if well cared for, making them especially suitable for display on balconies and courtyards at home. To ensure that the begonias bloom continuously, proper care is needed, ensuring sufficient water and fertilizer for the plant to constantly produce flower buds.
When planting Begonias, use a lot of organic-rich humus soil, such as humus soil, garden soil, coal slag, and add a small amount of fermented cake fertilizer to keep the soil loose and fertile, which is beneficial for root growth and plant health.
When potting or repotting Four-season Begonias, sufficient base fertilizer should be applied, and some decomposed soybean cake, chicken manure, bone meal, or other organic fertilizers can be added to the bottom of the pot to ensure the soil has high fertility. Starting in spring when the plants begin to sprout, light fertilization can begin. From May to June, when the begonias enter the bud differentiation stage, more phosphorus and potassium fertilizers should be applied. It's also effective to apply a few dilute solutions of potassium dihydrogen phosphate to promote bud differentiation and help form flower buds, making the flowers more colorful. Once in bloom, fertilization should be light or none to avoid flower drop due to excessive fertilizer.
Begonias prefer a humid environment, meaning a high air humidity growing environment. Normally, avoid letting the potting soil become too dry. Spring watering should follow the "dry-wet" principle but should not cause waterlogging in the pot, as this can easily lead to root rot.
In summer, with high temperatures and rapid water evaporation, it's important to monitor the moisture level of the potting soil and replenish water promptly when needed. Watering should be avoided during the noon hours and should be done in the relatively cooler morning or evening. When the weather is too dry, additional water should be sprinkled on the pot and surrounding ground to cool down and increase air humidity.
How to care for Four-season Begonia flowers
After the beginning of autumn, the weather gradually cools down, and many begonias start to produce flower buds. At this time, it's important to control watering, and there's no need to water frequently as long as the soil is slightly moist. Excessive water can cause flowers to fade prematurely. After entering winter, there's no need to water too much unless it's particularly dry, to avoid frost damage.
Four-season Begonias thrive in environments with plenty of sunlight. In spring, autumn, and winter, ensure they receive adequate sunlight for photosynthesis. With sufficient light and fertilizer, the plants can constantly produce flower buds. In the summer, when sunlight is too strong, the begonias can be placed in a semi-shaded environment to avoid leaf burn and maintain their ornamental value.
After entering winter, the potted plants should be promptly moved indoors for care. At temperatures of 20℃ to 22℃, the plants will bloom normally. When temperatures drop below 15℃, plant growth significantly weakens. If you want begonias to bloom in winter, you need to ensure the indoor temperature is suitable for growth.
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