Cultivation method of lily of the valley potted plants
1. Choose the seeds.
Before planting lily of the valley, you need to pick the seeds. Choose seeds that mature in autumn, when the nutrients accumulated are the most and the survival rate is relatively high. Seeds of mature red shoots are preferably selected for planting.
2. Choose the soil.
Lily of the valley has strong adaptability and does not have high requirements for soil, but it is better to have loose, fertile and well-aerated soil. When planting, you can choose to mix humus soil with laterite soil in a ratio of 1:1, and then add a small amount of river sand to improve the air permeability of the soil.
3. Select a container.
The container for planting lily of the valley is preferably in a mud pot, which has good air permeability and is conducive to the survival of the seeds. When choosing, you should choose a mud pot of moderate caliber, too large or too small will affect the survival of the seed.
Fourth, carry out planting.
In the fall, when the seeds are ripe, they are picked and planted in time. Pack the loose soil into a mud pot and water until the sediment settles, at which point the seeds are evenly spread on the surface, and the distance between the seeds is not too dense. Then cover the seeds with a thin layer of soil, about a centimeter or so.
5. Control the growth temperature.
Lily of the valley prefers a warm environment and grows at a suitable temperature between 15 and 25. After the seeds are planted, they need to be properly watered and the sediment should be kept slightly moist at all times. After waiting for the seeds to germinate, gradually increase the light, but do not receive direct sunlight. In about three months, you can see the seedlings growing.
6. Reasonable fertilization.
After the seedlings grow, reasonable fertilization is required. You can use well-rotted manure or cake fertilizer, which can provide nutrients for the seedlings. When fertilizing, it is necessary to pay attention not to sprinkle fertilizer directly on the roots of the seedlings, so as not to burn the seedlings. The fertilizer can be spread evenly along the edge of the pot. Fertilization can be done once every half a month or so.
7. Watering and ventilation.
Lily of the valley prefers a moist environment, but must not over-wet the soil. When it comes to watering, it can be adjusted according to the season and weather conditions. For example, in spring and summer, you can increase the frequency of watering to keep the soil moist. In winter, reduce the amount of watering to prevent root rot. At the same time, it is necessary to maintain a good ventilation environment to help the seeds grow better.
8. Prevention of pests and diseases.
When cultivating lily of the valley, it is also necessary to prevent the occurrence of pests and diseases. For example, root rot and anthracnose are common pests and diseases. Once pests and diseases are found, they need to be timely** to prevent the spread of pests and diseases. Chemical agents can be used for control, but care should be taken not to overuse them to avoid damage to seeds and seedlings.
9. Harvest seeds in a timely manner.
After the lily of the valley blooms, the seeds should be harvested in time. The harvested seeds can be used for the next planting or propagation. Harvested seeds are best sown in the fall, when the survival rate is relatively high.
10. Storage method.
If the harvested seeds need to be stored until the next growing season, the seeds need to be kept in a dry and ventilated place and kept at a temperature between 0 5. Do not expose the seeds to moisture or direct sunlight, so as not to affect the survival rate of the seeds.