Choose suitable varieties of cosmos, prepare planting containers and soil, plant cosmos potted plants to maintain cosmos and prevent pests and diseases, also known as cosmos, is deeply loved by flower friends because of its bright colors and long flowering period. Planting cosmos into potted plants can not only beautify the home environment, but also allow people to find tranquility and beauty in their busy lives. This article will introduce you in detail the maintenance methods of cosmos potted plants and help you easily grow beautiful cosmos at home. Choose the right variety of cosmos. There are many varieties of cosmos. When selecting, you can choose according to personal preferences and home environment. Common varieties are white, pink, purple, etc. When selecting, it is recommended to choose varieties with moderate plant type and long flowering period, such as 'snow-white','pink butterfly', etc. Preparing containers and soil for planting Cosmos does not have high requirements on containers, but it is best to choose a ceramic or plastic basin with good air permeability. In terms of soil, Cosmos prefers sandy soil with good drainage. You can use peat soil, carrious soil and coarse sand. Soil made by proportionally mixing soil. Planting cosmos 1. Sowing: Spring is the best time to plant cosmos. Sprinkle the seeds on the soil surface, gently compress them, and cover them with a thin layer of fine soil.
2. Watering: Keep the soil moist after sowing, but it is not advisable to water too much to prevent the seeds from rotting.
3. Germination: Generally 7-10 days after sowing, the seeds of cosmos begin to germinate. Potted maintenance of cosmos 1. Watering: Cosmos likes a humid environment, but avoid waterlogging. When watering, the soil should be kept moist, but water should not be accumulated. When it is high in summer, the number of watering can be increased appropriately.
2. Fertilization: During the growth of cosmos, compound fertilizers are applied every 15 days to promote plant growth.
3. Light: Cosmos likes light and should be placed in a sunny place. When it is high in summer, it can be properly shaded to avoid sunburn of the plant.
4. Pruning: During the growth of cosmos, the withered leaves and sick branches should be pruned in time to maintain the beauty of the plant. Pest and pest control Common pests and diseases in cosmos include aphids, red spiders, etc. When pests and diseases are discovered, timely measures must be taken, such as spraying pesticides and pruning sick branches.
The maintenance of Persian chrysanthemum potted plants is not complicated. You only need to master some basic skills to grow beautiful Persian chrysanthemum at home. Let us work together and let this beauty bloom in our home life!
References: "Home Gardening Plant Cultivation and Conservation","Flower Cultivation Techniques","Horticultural Pest Control Manual"