How to plant and care for Catharanthus roseus
Today, I will introduce the experience of planting Catharanthus roseus and the cultivation techniques of potted Catharanthus roseus. The specific contents are as follows:
Although Catharanthus roseus is common, its blooming period is incredibly long. It starts blooming in summer and continues throughout the season, then blooms throughout autumn. It is even easier to grow than Clivia, succulents, or Chlorophytum comosum. Catharanthus roseus can produce seeds, which can be collected and saved for sowing the following year. It is also not very afraid of direct sunlight and can bloom profusely every day with a lush growth habit. Especially when different colors of Catharanthus roseus are planted together in a pot or on a windowsill, the mixed colors create a beautiful and refreshing scene. The foliage is also lush and green, making it a beautiful addition to the summer landscape. So, how can we care for potted Catharanthus roseus properly?
How can we make it more beautiful and lush?
I. Choose the right soil for planting Catharanthus roseus
Soil that is not compact, well-ventilated, and good at drainage is the best choice. Even if you water a bit more, it won't matter. As for soil mixing, it doesn't have to be too strict. Add some nutrient-rich leaf mold or peat, and then add some garden soil and particles. Just mix it to make it fertile, loose, and well-ventilated.
Especially for Catharanthus roseus grown indoors, do not use sticky soil. If you do use it, do not add too much, no more than one-third. This way, water can渗透 quickly when watering, and there will be no积水 or easy compaction.
II. Pay attention to watering potted Catharanthus roseus
In the high summer temperatures, above 30 degrees Celsius, you can water a bit more. If it rains or the plant is kept indoors all the time, make sure to ventilate more. It's not good for the soil to accumulate water for too long. If the soil is slightly moist, there is no need to water anymore.
III. Top the Catharanthus roseus
When growing Catharanthus roseus, the seedlings must be topped. During the growing season, top it three to four times to encourage more flowering branches and side buds. The stems don't need to be too long. If you want the flowers to last longer, top it fewer times. If you want more flowers, top it more often.
At the same time, be aware of the occurrence of stem blight. The withering disease of Catharanthus roseus is also a problem that many gardening enthusiasts find challenging. Therefore, in daily maintenance, it is important to prevent it in advance. You can water with a fungicide like carbendazim at regular intervals or propagate more seedlings through cutting. This way, even if one plant dies, you will still have many others. Moreover, cutting is a very simple task.
If a Catharanthus roseus is well cared for, it can even survive for more than a year. In areas with heating in winter, it can indeed bloom almost all year round. Keeping one pot on the balcony, it will bloom from summer to autumn, with lush flowers and leaves, looking very beautiful!
This article shares the full content of how to plant and care for Catharanthus roseus and the cultivation techniques of potted Catharanthus roseus. I hope it can help you, and I also hope that everyone will visit the Green Plant Enthusiast website for more green plant and flower experience and knowledge!