Morning glory, also known as trumpet flower, is loved by flower enthusiasts for its bright colors and long blooming period. Morning glory potted plants not only beautify the home environment but also cultivate one's temperament. How to care for potted morning glory to make it grow robustly and bloom the most beautiful flowers? This article will provide you with a detailed analysis of the caring techniques for potted morning glory.
Selecting the Right Planting ContainerPotted morning glory should be planted in containers with good ventilation and drainage, such as ceramic, plastic, or purple sand pots. The size of the container should be slightly larger than the root system of the morning glory to allow the roots to spread out.
Soil Selection and PreparationMorning glory is not picky about soil, but it prefers loose, breathable, and well-draining sandy soil. You can mix leaf mold soil, garden soil, and river sand in a ratio of 2:1:1. Adding an appropriate amount of decomposed organic fertilizer to the soil helps improve soil fertility.
Lighting and TemperatureMorning glory enjoys sunlight but avoids direct strong sunlight. During the growing period, it should be placed in a sunny location but avoid direct sunlight at noon. Regarding temperature, morning glory thrives at temperatures between 15-30°C. When the temperature drops below 5°C in winter, it should be moved indoors.
Watering and FertilizingWatering is a key aspect of caring for morning glory. During the growing period, keep the soil moist but avoid waterlogging. In the hot summer, you can increase the frequency of watering. In winter, when the temperature is lower, reduce watering to prevent root rot.
For fertilizing, morning glory likes fertilizer but should not be over-fertilized in the early growth stage. Generally, apply a compound fertilizer once a month. Be careful with the concentration to avoid burning the roots. During the blooming period, you can increase the application of phosphorus and potassium fertilizers to promote flowering.
Pruning and ShapingThe pruning of morning glory mainly includes pinching the top, removing leaves, and cutting branches. Pinching the top encourages branching and increases the number of flowers; removing leaves promotes plant growth and enhances ornamental value; cutting branches helps adjust the plant's shape and maintain beauty.
Pest and Disease ControlCommon pests and diseases of potted morning glory include aphids, red spiders, and leaf spot disease. When preventing and controlling pests and diseases, comprehensive measures should be taken, such as improving ventilation, keeping the soil dry, and promptly removing diseased and damaged leaves. You can use low-toxicity and efficient pesticides for control.
Caring for potted morning glory is not complicated. By mastering the above points, you can make your morning glory grow robustly and bloom beautiful flowers. I hope this article is helpful to you and wish you a pleasant flower cultivation experience!
Note: This article refers to the contents of the Chinese magazine "China Flower Potting" (Issue 2, 2019) and the data from the "China Flower Market Report" (2018).