How to cultivate cyclamen
The editor will share with you the experience of cyclamen cultivation and maintenance techniques related to green plants, details are as follows:
Cyclamen, also known as yipingguan, rabbit ear flower, blazing flower, radish begonia, primrose, etc., is a perennial herbaceous bulbous flower belonging to the cyclamen genus of the primrose family. Cyclamen has a graceful plant shape, moderate height, abundant flowers and leaves, bright colors, long blooming period, unique flower shape, and some even have a sweet fragrance.
In recent years, it has emerged in the field of horticultural flower cultivation and become an excellent choice for decorating living rooms and living spaces in early spring. Here are the detailed instructions on how to cultivate cyclamen:
1. Soil selection for cyclamen cultivation
The cultivation soil can be prepared with 3 parts of humus soil, 2 parts of forest leaf mold, 2 parts of furnace ash, 2 parts of river sand (sandy garden soil), and 1 part of decomposed manure, and an appropriate amount of calcium superphosphate and other chemical fertilizers. This type of soil is loose and fertile, suitable for cyclamen growth. When cultivating, the soil must be sterilized with fumigation and high-temperature methods, and the size of the container should be gradually increased according to the size of the bulb, and large pots should not be used to cultivate small seedlings.
Cyclamen cultivation method
2. Fertilization method for cyclamen cultivation
Cyclamen enjoys fertilizer but not heavy fertilization. In addition to applying some base fertilizer when potting, it is generally advisable to fertilize once every ten to fifteen days, focusing on frequent application of light fertilizers. After planting, during the long period of vegetative growth, organic liquid fertilizers can be applied, with concentrations of 1:6, 1:8, 1:10, and using the method of watering flowers with muddy water. After summer, if the temperature cannot be controlled, fertilization should be stopped.
How to cultivate cyclamen
3. Watering method for cyclamen cultivation
Cyclamen can tolerate drought. However, the soil should remain moist during the growing season, and be careful not to accumulate water in the pot. Cyclamen does not like overly moist soil, so watering should be frequent but in small amounts. If it does not enter dormancy in summer, normal watering can be maintained to keep the potting soil dry and slightly moist. After the beginning of autumn, cyclamen enters the reproductive growth stage, and phosphorus-potassium fertilizers should be applied. If plant stretching is observed, switch to applying calcium superphosphate or wood ash extracts to control vegetative growth and promote flower bud differentiation and flowering.
4. Temperature requirements for cyclamen cultivation
The suitable temperature for cyclamen in winter is between 10-22°C, with a temperature difference of 8-10°C between day and night. If the night temperature is maintained at 7-8°C, it can also bloom, but the flowering period will be slightly delayed. However, if the temperature drops below 6°C, normal flowering will not occur.
5. Light requirements for cyclamen cultivation
Temperature and light both have an impact on the growth and development of cyclamen. Throughout the entire growing process, mainly focus on temperature to consider extending the flowering period. By the end of April, when the number of flowers decreases, the potted plants should be moved from the greenhouse to a well-ventilated, cool area with scattered light for cultivation. Climate changes, suitable temperature and light can also cause cyclamen to produce a new batch of flower stems and continue to bloom. In the Yangtze River Valley and its southern regions, leaves gradually turn yellow in May, which is a reflection of the temperature rise. At this time, watering should be controlled. In summer, if possible, cooling equipment should be used to lower the ambient temperature.