Gesang flowers have a special meaning in Tibetan culture. In Tibetan, "Gesang" means "happiness." This beautiful flower is therefore regarded as a symbol of the Tibetan people's feelings. The five-petaled Gesang flower is bright and varied in color, and it gradually changes color with the seasons.
Practice has proved that Gesang flowers have very strong vitality and can grow even in the southern coastal areas. Imagine that when you see these beautiful flowers around you, your mood will become very refreshing, as if you have been transported to the snowy plateau or the edge of a sacred lake.
If you are in the south and want to grow Gesang flowers at home, it is completely feasible. You can choose to plant on the rooftop so that you can bring happiness home.
A few key points about growing Gesang flowers:
Sowing: Gesang flowers are generally propagated by seeds. In the coastal areas of Guangdong, as long as the temperature is above 15 degrees, sowing can be done. Sowing can be done from spring to autumn, and if you sow in early spring, you can bloom in May and June. Despite the hot climate in August and September, Gesang flowers still bloom, only in smaller quantities. I tried sowing seeds in November, and it can also bloom in January. This shows that the warm climate of the south is ideal for growing flowers. However, when the temperature is below 15 degrees, sowing is not recommended.
Temperature and soil: Gesang flowers prefer warm and sunny places. Therefore, it is better to choose to plant in a place where the sun is in direct sunlight. Since it is slightly resistant to early frost, the requirements for the soil are not strict, but neutral to acidic soil will be better.
Transplanting: When the Gesang flower seedlings grow to a height of 5 cm, they can be transplanted. For aesthetic reasons, it is recommended to choose larger, deeper pots for planting.
Watering: Gesang flowers are resistant to drought and cold, but overwatering may not be a good thing. Therefore, it is important to water according to the rain conditions of the year. In the humid weather of spring, it can be watered 2 times a week. After flowering, watering should be reduced to maintain the humidity of the potting soil.
Fertilization: Although Gesang flowers can grow in poor soil, they still need to be fertilized during the growing period. However, be careful not to fertilize too much, as this may result in overgrowth of foliage and less flowering. Therefore, it is recommended to apply thin fertilizer and ordinary flower fertilizer every 10 days.
Seed picking: When the Gesang flowers wither for a period of time, the seeds will mature. Select the inflorescences that have turned yellow in color, cut them out and dry them to keep the seeds. It should be noted that flowering during high temperatures does not bear fruit easily, and the seeds tend to fall off when they are ripe, so pay close attention to the timing of picking.
Overall, growing Gesang flowers is not complicated, but it requires some patience and care. By planting Gesang flowers on the rooftop, you can bring happiness home and make life full of color and vitality.