Peacock grass flower language, alias and breeding methods
Peacock grass is famous for its bright orange-yellow flowers. This Compositae plant native to Central and South America has become a popular ornamental flower on courtyard balconies in my country due to its strong vitality and auspicious meaning. This article will comprehensively analyze the charm code of peacock grass from cultural connotation to cultivation techniques. Interpretation of the cultural code of peacock grass. The image of flower language as bright as the sun. Peacock grass was originally given the original flower language of "sunny weather" because it bloomed most in sunny weather. Modern gardening extends positive connotations such as "cheerful and lively" and "cheerful", and its characteristic of being born to the sun is often used to bless cheerful friends. Ethnic minorities in Yunnan regard it as a mascot, and must plant peacock grass on wedding occasions to symbolize happiness. The cultural code of multiple aliases has 6-8 commonly used aliases in different regions: it is named "Little Marigold" because of its shape, it is called "Red Yellow Grass" according to its color, and it is named "Stinky Chrysanthemum" according to its plant characteristics (stems and leaves contain a special smell). The alias of "Xifanju" recorded in "Southern Yunnan Materia Medica" confirms its spread path as an exotic ornamental plant. Guide to Scientific Cultivation of Peacock Grass The smart watering system adopts the principle of "seeing dry, seeing wet". It is watered thoroughly in 3-5 days in spring and autumn, and once in the morning and evening in summer but avoiding noon. In winter, control the water until the basin soil is cracked and cracked by 1 cm before pouring. It is better to use slightly acidic water with a pH of 6.0 -6.5. It is recommended to configure ceramite drainage layers to prevent stagnant water and root rot. Artistic pruning techniques 3D pruning is implemented every month during the growing period: picking the top to promote branching, cutting the base to ensure ventilation, and cutting the side branches at 45° oblique cutting to shape the shape. Cutting off residual flowers in time after flowering can extend the flowering period by 20 days. The pruning tools need to be disinfected with alcohol, and the incision should be coated with plant ash to prevent infection. Photosynthesis management of positive plants in the genus Menaphora requires 6-8 hours of direct light every day. In summer, a sunshade net is used to filter 30% strong light, and in winter, a fill light fills light for 2 hours a day. Rotate the flowerpot 180° regularly to ensure that the plants receive even light. The nutrient supply plan applies water-soluble fertilizer with N-P-K=10-15-10 every half month during the growing period, and increases phosphorus and potassium fertilizers during the bud appearing period. Self-made organic fertilizers need to be completely decomposed, and it is recommended to supplement potassium with banana peel soak solution (diluted 1:50). The secret to creating a feast of flowers should be grasped by mastering the characteristics of peacock grass that "likes light and is afraid of waterlogging", and combined with scientific pruning and fertilization, this "dancing sun flower" can continue to bloom. Whether it's courtyard landscaping or balcony potted plants, peacock grass can bring the most lasting visual feast with the lowest maintenance cost.