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How to store Gladiolus seed ball

Gustavo Fring
2020-04-28 14:21:47
It is the first step for families to plant gladiolus, and how to store it after flowering is more important. Gladiolus seed ball is easy to degenerate, as long as a good protection can bloom year after year. The following small edition for you to introduce the gladiolus storage method!

Storage method of seed ball

There will be a natural dormancy period of 2 months after the fall of gladiolus. At this time, the seed ball should be well preserved to ensure that it can germinate normally after dormancy. Under normal circumstances, once winter is over, the seed ball can be planted, and it can germinate in early spring and February. However, it is relatively cold in the north, which can be planted in March to April. During this period, attention should be paid to ventilation and dryness.

Room temperature preservation: wrap the seed ball directly in newspaper or net bag and put it in a cool and ventilated corner.

Low temperature preservation: put the seed ball in the refrigerator and refrigerator for preservation.

Method for storing seed ball

Gladiolus seed ball retention

Gladiolus seed ball belongs to alphabet ball. Many small balls grow around the big ball. When the seed ball is stored in autumn and winter, the small ball can be broken off and planted in spring. Because Gladiolus bulbs degenerate faster, mainly through the reproduction of the seed ball to rejuvenate.

Method for storing seed ball

Notes on Gladiolus planting

Try to plant with new soil every year. If it is maintained in the open, try to change the site.

The planting depth should be at least 5-8 cm to ensure the healthy development of the new ball.

The boy ball harvested in autumn will be sown in the next spring and a new ball will be harvested in October. However, it is best to choose a ball the size of a soybean or a pea.

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