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Cultivation methods and precautions of tortoiseshell and Peony

Hank Schrader
2019-12-30 08:53:39
Flowerpot: tortoise shell peony is more suitable for deeper flowerpot, try not to choose plastic basin, poor air permeability. Matrix: it grows well in calcareous soils. The soil with higher mineral content and lower water content can be used for planting and maintenance. Temperature: it likes warm growing environment. It's better to control the temperature between 15-23 ℃. Nutrients: it has little demand for nutrients. It can only apply low nitrogen, high phosphorus and potassium compound fertilizer once every 15 days.

I. maintenance method

1. Flowerpot selection: tortoiseshell peony has very thick straight root, and the deeper flowerpot is more suitable for it. The water permeability of flowerpot is better, you can choose to plant in clay or tile basin, if the bottom has holes, it is better. Don't use plastic basin. It is recommended to change the flowerpot every other year.

2. Matrix selection: it is more suitable for soil with lime and sandy soil. When planting, the stone can be smashed into blocks and put into the flowerpot, so as to increase the permeability of the soil. Choose sandy soil to enhance drainage, but also to ensure that the soil is in a slightly acidic state.

3. Temperature management: it prefers a warm environment. Generally, the temperature can be controlled between 15-23 ℃. In summer, the light is strong, so it is necessary to shade and cool down properly. The temperature should not exceed 25 ℃. In winter, the temperature should be controlled above 5 ℃.

4. Nutrient management: it needs less nutrients and does not need to apply fertilizer frequently. The compound fertilizer with low nitrogen and high phosphorus and potassium can be applied once every 15 days. It is better to dilute the fertilizer in the container before irrigation. Fertilizer should not be too thick. In order to protect its ornamental, fertilizer should be sprinkled on the root to avoid spreading on the flowers and leaves.

2. Cultivation techniques

1. Change basin: in order to maintain the nutrients needed for its growth, it needs to change basin every other year or two. The basin that changes every other year should compare the basin of last time as far as possible a few bigger, ensure to provide sufficient growth space for it..

2. Pruning: in case of yellow leaves, dry leaves and rotten leaves during the growth period, prune them in time to avoid the spread of bacteria. For just bought back, need to prune its root thoroughly, reduce miscellaneous root and rotten root, leave only the main root, put it in a cool and ventilated place to dry before entering the basin

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3. Problem treatment

1. Powdery mildew: due to too much water, it is easy to have mould and get powdery mildew. After discovery, the serious leaves should be removed to prevent infection. Spray according to the proportion of water with the mixture of sulfur, for treatment.

2. Scale insects: scale insects are the most common pest of cactus, which are easy to occur in greenhouse or plastic shed. From April to September of each year, there is a large number of insects in the incubation period, which live by sucking plant juice, resulting in the yellow or even death of the host. Once found, it should be removed manually immediately, and the plant should be placed in a place with ventilation and light. If necessary, chemical treatment can be taken.

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4. Other issues

1. Whether it can be cultured at home: it will grow well in a warm and ventilated environment. It is suitable for breeding in a warm and ventilated home. In addition, its flowers are very beautiful, suitable for home to enjoy

2. Can you give it to others? It belongs to cactus family and is a small expert in absorbing radiation. Put it beside the computer, it can reduce the radiation of the computer to the human body. It's a good gift for office workers.

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