The Care Methods for Narcissus 'Apodanthus'
Summary: This article provides an introduction to Narcissus 'Apodanthus' as a green plant, followed by a detailed explanation by the editor.
Mentioning Narcissus flowers, the Narcissus in Zhangzhou is the most familiar, followed by the European Narcissus. In recent years, another type of Narcissus flower has appeared, with very light and graceful blooms that have been loved by many flower enthusiasts. It can be planted on balconies and in courtyards; it is the Narcissus 'Apodanthus'.
Introduction to Narcissus 'Apodanthus'
Narcissus 'Apodanthus' is a perennial herbaceous plant with a low stature, about 15cm in height. It has funnel-shaped flowers with light petals and a strong fragrance. Narcissus 'Apodanthus' prefers a warm and humid environment and grows well in deep loamy soil.
The Care Methods for Narcissus 'Apodanthus'
The natural flowering period of Narcissus 'Apodanthus' is from February to March, which is basically the same as that of the European Narcissus, so the planting time is also similar, usually planted in October to November in autumn, and in southern regions, it can be planted from November to December.
1. - - The Planting Method of Narcissus 'Apodanthus' - -
Narcissus 'Apodanthus' can be planted in the ground or in pots. The small stature of the plant is very suitable for pot cultivation on balconies.
Before planting, it is best to soak the Narcissus 'Apodanthus' bulbs in an 800-fold solution of carbendazim for half an hour, then take them out and dry the surface moisture before planting. Soaking in carbendazim can effectively prevent the bulbs from rotting after planting.
Narcissus 'Apodanthus' usually blooms with about 3 flowers per bulb and is suitable for dense planting. A pot with a diameter of 16cm can accommodate 3-4 bulbs. When potting Narcissus 'Apodanthus', it is recommended to use loose and breathable bulb-specific soil, or universal nutrient soil mixed with 1/5 pearl rock and a moderate amount of decomposed organic fertilizer.
The Care Methods for Narcissus 'Apodanthus'
First, add planting soil to the bottom of the pot, then add decomposed organic fertilizer or slow-release fertilizer and mix it with the soil at the bottom of the pot. After that, add planting soil to separate the fertilizer, place the Narcissus 'Apodanthus' on top, and cover it with soil, about 3-5cm thick.
After planting, water thoroughly and place it in a ventilated area to wait for germination. During the germination period, it can be exposed to sunlight, and watering should be avoided unless the soil is dry to prevent bulb rot.
2. - - Daily Management of Narcissus 'Apodanthus' - -
After planting, Narcissus 'Apodanthus' can germinate in about half a month. After germination, it is important to expose it to sunlight. Throughout the growing period, it should maintain sufficient light to grow robustly, and it will bloom more in the spring. Insufficient light will result in long and thin leaves and fewer or no flowers.
After germination, Narcissus 'Apodanthus' can be managed normally with fertilizer and water. Watering should be done when the soil is completely dry, and each watering can add a No. 1 flower fertilizer or a general water-soluble fertilizer to promote vigorous growth.
When Narcissus 'Apodanthus' produces flower buds, you can switch to using No. 2 flower fertilizer or potassium dihydrogen phosphate fertilizer to water, promoting bud growth. Maintaining sufficient fertilizer and water will result in more flowers and less consumption of bulbs, with better ability to reproduce small bulbs and the ability to rebloom every year.
Narcissus 'Apodanthus' has good cold resistance, able to endure temperatures as low as -15 degrees Celsius, but it is not heat-resistant and will enter a dormant state in summer. Therefore, after flowering in the spring, it is recommended to continue applying phosphorus and potassium fertilizers to promote bulb enlargement. After the above-ground part completely withers, you can dig up the bulbs, dry the moisture, place them in a net bag, and hang them for storage. Planting them again in the fall will allow for annual reblooming.
Note that Narcissus 'Apodanthus' is a bulbous flower that requires vernalization. In southern regions, to achieve reblooming, it should be stored in the refrigerator for one month before planting in autumn to help complete vernalization.
The popular Narcissus 'Apodanthus' has a small stature and strong fragrance, and it is easy to cultivate in pots or in the ground. Planting it once will result in annual blooming.
The above shares a comprehensive introduction to Narcissus 'Apodanthus' and its care methods, hoping to bring some knowledge about green plants to green enthusiasts.