White magnolia, also known as木兰, is one of the traditional famous flowers in China, known for its pure white petals and elegant fragrance. Not only does white magnolia have high ornamental value, but it also serves to purify the air and has various medicinal functions. How to cultivate beautiful white magnolias? This article will introduce the cultivation methods of white magnolia flowers in detail.
Selection and Sowing1. Seed selection: Choose healthy, disease-free superior varieties, such as 'White Jade', 'Fragrant Snow', etc.
2. Sowing time: Spring or autumn is the best time for sowing.
3. Sowing method: Soak the seeds in warm water for 24 hours, then evenly broadcast them in sandy loam soil, with a covering thickness of about 1 centimeter.
4. Temperature and humidity: Keep the soil moist and control the temperature between 20-25℃.
Seedling Management1. Watering: Keep the soil moist during the seedling stage but avoid waterlogging.
2. Fertilizing: Apply a compound fertilizer once a month during the seedling growth period to promote seedling growth.
3. Weeding and loosening soil: Regularly remove weeds and keep the soil loose to benefit root development.
Transplanting and Planting1. Transplanting time: When the seedlings grow to 10-15 centimeters high, they can be transplanted.
2. Transplanting method: Choose a sunny, well-drained area, dig holes for planting, and ensure that the root system is intact.
3. Planting density: The spacing between plants is about 1.5 meters, and the spacing between rows is about 2 meters.
Pruning and Shaping1. Pruning time: After the flowers fade in spring, prune once to remove diseased, weak, and crossing branches.
2. Pruning method: Use thinning and shortening methods to maintain a beautiful tree shape.
3. Shaping: According to the growth situation, shape the plant in time to maintain good ventilation and light conditions.
Disease and Pest Control1. Diseases: White magnolia is susceptible to leaf spot and anthracnose diseases, and should be promptly sprayed with pesticides for prevention and control.
2. Pests: White magnolia is susceptible to pests such as aphids and red spiders, and biological or chemical pesticides can be used for control.
Fertilizing and Management1. Fertilizing: Apply organic fertilizer once in spring and autumn each year to promote plant growth.
2. Watering: Keep the soil moist and avoid waterlogging.
3. Pruning: Prune in time to maintain a beautiful tree shape.
4. Disease and pest control: Regularly inspect and promptly control diseases and pests.
The cultivation of white magnolia requires patience and careful maintenance. With the above methods, you should be able to cultivate beautiful white magnolias. Paying attention to industry trends and understanding the latest cultivation techniques of white magnolia can help improve cultivation results. According to the "China Flower Report," the white magnolia industry in China has developed rapidly in recent years, with strong market demand, and cultivating high-quality white magnolias has become a consensus in the industry. Let's work together to contribute to the development of China's white magnolia industry.