How to breed Dianthus barbacula

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1. Soil

2. Temperature

3. Watering

4. Lighting

5. Things to note

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Soil: It is best to use fertile, loose, well-drained and calcareous loam or sandy loam; Temperature: It likes warmth and is best cultivated at an ambient temperature between 15-25°C, the temperature required for seed germination. At about 18-20℃; Watering: It is not advisable to water too much. Watering too frequently will cause the stems to become tender, so the soil should be kept dry; Lighting: Dianthus bractosa is afraid of strong sunlight and can be cultivated in semi-shade.

1. Soil

1. Soil

It is best to use fertile, loose, well-drained and calcareous loam or sandy loam for planting. If you want to plant potted plants at home, you need to plant them deeply. Use a larger pot and add soil to the roots in batches so that they can grow stably.

2. Temperature

It likes a warm climate environment, the optimal temperature is between 15-25℃, and the suitable temperature for seed germination is 18-20℃. Do not give it extreme temperatures, otherwise it will easily lead to wilting, leaf curling and other problems

3. Watering

It is not advisable to water too much. Watering too frequently will cause tender stems, so it is necessary to Let the soil dry out and spray water on the leaves frequently. It is best to water the bottom hole of the pot upward to moisten it, not pour it downward on the head, and avoid water accumulation.  

4. Lighting

Dianthus palustris is afraid of strong sunlight. If you do not pay attention to prevention, it will easily cause the leaves to curl and become deformed. At home, do not place it in a place that is directly exposed to the midday sun. You can breed it in a semi-shaded place.

5. Precautions

1. Fertilization: The stems of Dianthus barbacula are relatively tender. If too much nitrogen fertilizer is applied, they will not bloom easily. When fertilizing, apply more phosphorus and potassium fertilizers, such as fertilizers made from chicken and duck manure.  

2. Prevent falling over: Avoid being blown by strong winds, and do not get exposed to heavy rain outdoors, otherwise it will not grow well and there may be problems such as falling over. You can insert a pillar in the basin and tie it with thin wire to fix the posture.

2. Temperature

3. Watering

4. Lighting

5. Things to note

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