The dragon boat flower is a common ornamental plant. Dragon boat flowers are rich in color and have a long flowering period, which is suitable for home planting. This article will introduce in detail the maintenance methods of dragon boat flowers to help you grow beautiful dragon boat flowers at home.
1.Light: Dragonboat flowers prefer sunny environments, but can also tolerate semi-shade. During the growing season, at least 4-6 hours of sunlight per day should be ensured. If it is in a shady environment for a long time, it will affect the growth and flowering of the plant.
2.Temperature: The dragon boat flower adapts to a wide range of temperatures, and can generally grow normally between 15-30. However, in environments below 10, plants grow slowly and can even suffer from frost damage. Therefore, it is necessary to pay attention to keeping warm in winter to avoid the effects of low temperatures on the plants.
3.Humidity: Dragon boat flowers prefer a moist environment, but are not tolerant to water moisture. During the growing season, keep the soil moist, but not too moist, so that the roots don't rot. In the dry season, the frequency of watering can be increased appropriately to keep the soil moist.
4.Soil: Longchuan flower is not strict with soil requirements, but loose and well-drained soil is preferred. You can choose a mixture of humus, garden soil, sandy soil and other soil for planting.
1.Cuttings: Cuttings are one of the commonly used propagation methods for dragon boat flowers. In spring or autumn, select healthy, mature shoots and cut 10-15 cm long segments for cuttings. Cut off the lower leaves of the cuttings, leaving the upper 2-3 leaves. Then insert cuttings in the prepared substrate to a depth of about 1 2 of the length of the cuttings. Keep the substrate moist and take root after about 1 month.
2.Strip method: Strip method is also one of the propagation methods of dragon boat flowers. During the growing season, choose robust shoots and press them into the substrate so that they are in close contact with the substrate. Keep the substrate moist and rooting will take place after about 2 months. After rooting, it can be separated from the mother plant and become a separate plant.
1.Watering: Dragonboat flowers prefer moist environments, but are not tolerant of moisture. During the growing season, keep the soil moist, but not overly moist. In general, watering every 2-3 days is sufficient. In the dry season, the frequency of watering can be increased appropriately. When watering, be careful not to let the water be poured directly on the leaves, so as not to cause diseases.
2.Fertilization: Dragon boat flowers have a high demand for fertilizer, especially during the growing season. You can apply well-rotted organic fertilizer, such as chicken manure, cow manure, etc., every half month. You can also use compound fertilizer or liquid fertilizer, diluted according to the ratio of the instructions. Be careful not to over-fertilize so as not to burn the roots.
3.Pruning: Dragonboat flowers grow quickly and need to be pruned regularly to maintain good shape. In spring and autumn, plants can be lightly pruned to remove pests and diseases, cross-grown branches, etc. In summer and winter, it is possible to reduce the number of prunings so as not to affect the growth and flowering of the plants.
4.Pest control: Dragon boat flowers are susceptible to pests and diseases such as spider mites and aphids. When pests and diseases are found, measures should be taken to prevent and control them in time. Control can be carried out using biological or chemical control methods. For example, plants can be sprayed with pesticides, or natural substances such as plant ash and pepper water can be used for control.
5.Repotting and soil replacement: Dragon Boat Flower needs to be repotted and replanted every 2-3 years. When repotting and changing soil, choose loose, well-drained soil and add an appropriate amount of organic fertilizer. After repotting and changing the soil, it is necessary to appropriately reduce the number of watering and fertilization, so that the plants can gradually adapt to the new environment.
1.Choose the right container: When growing dragon boat flowers at home, you can choose plastic pots, ceramic pots and other containers with good air permeability. The size of the container should be selected according to the size of the plant, and generally a container with a diameter of 20-30 cm can meet the demand.
2.Preparation of substrate: The substrate can be mixed with humus, garden soil, sandy soil, etc. Add an appropriate amount of organic fertilizer to the substrate to improve soil fertility. Keep the substrate moist, but not too moist.
3.Planting: Insert the treated cuttings or strips into the substrate to a depth of about 1 2 of the length of the cuttings. Then water thoroughly to keep the substrate moist. It can take root after about 1 month.
4.Maintenance: After rooting, the number of watering and fertilization should be appropriately reduced, so that the plants can gradually adapt to the new environment. During the growing season, keep the soil moist, but not overly moist. Watering every 2-3 days is sufficient. At the same time, the plants should be pruned regularly to maintain good shape.
In conclusion, the dragon boat flower is a plant with high ornamental value and is suitable for home cultivation. As long as you master its growth habits and maintenance methods, you can grow beautiful dragon boat flowers at home. Hopefully, the introduction of this article will be helpful for you to plant dragon boat flowers.
Dragon Boat Flowers