How to grow baby's breath in a pot
This article introduces how to grow baby's breath in a pot and some tips for its maintenance, which will be discussed by the editor next.
Pay attention to these 4 points when growing baby's breath, and it's easy to fill the pot, even for beginners.
As one of the top ten cut flowers in the world, baby's breath has white flowers with a slight fragrance and is highly ornamental. With its flower language of "willing to be by your side," it is deeply loved by women. Baby's breath is commonly used as a decoration in bouquets and is also known as the "bridesmaid flower." There is even a saying about it: "If someone sends you a pot of baby's breath, it means they really like you." So how should such a poetic and picturesque baby's breath be planted? Let's take a look at the issues that need to be considered when growing baby's breath.
1. Soil
Baby's breath has higher requirements for soil compared to other flowers. It needs to be loose and well-draining, preferably slightly alkaline sandy soil. You can use a mixture of peat soil and perlite. Before planting baby's breath, wet the soil first, then cover the soil after planting, and always maintain the soil's moisture to ensure the healthy growth of baby's breath.
2. Watering and Fertilizing
Baby's breath prefers a humid environment but is also drought-resistant. Therefore, watering should be moderate and not excessive. Additionally, baby's breath has a long blooming period and grows quickly, so it requires a high demand for nutrients. Be sure to apply fertilizers, such as nitrogen-phosphorus-potassium compound fertilizers, every two weeks to ensure comprehensive nutrition. However, be careful not to apply too much fertilizer that is too concentrated or too frequently, as this can lead to overgrowth or root burn.
How to grow baby's breath in a pot
3. Sunlight
Baby's breath is a plant that loves sunlight. When growing it, make sure to place it in a sunny area, ensuring it receives more than four hours of sunlight daily. The most suitable temperature for its growth is between 15-25 degrees Celsius. In spring and winter, when temperatures are lower and sunlight is limited, it should be placed in an area that receives direct sunlight to promote photosynthesis and better growth. However, in summer's strong ultraviolet rays and high temperatures require it to be placed in a shady and well-ventilated area, where it can receive some scattered light instead, to prevent its leaves from getting sunburned.
3. Pests and Diseases
Compared to other flowers, baby's breath is more susceptible to gray mold. When infected, brown spots appear on its leaves, and in severe cases, the entire plant can die. Therefore, it's crucial to ensure good ventilation and avoid a damp environment. If infected, a wettable powder can be used for treatment, but prevention is always the best approach.
Baby's breath often plays a supporting role in various floral arrangements, enhancing the freshness and cuteness of the main flowers without stealing their thunder. Because of this, many female gardeners especially love it. In fact, baby's breath's elegant posture can easily make it the star of the show.
The detailed introduction of how to grow baby's breath in a pot and its maintenance tips brought by the Green Plant Enthusiast website is hoped to provide some floral knowledge to green plant enthusiasts.