How to grow tortoise shell peonies and what to pay attention to

Article Catalog

1. Maintenance methods

2. Breeding skills

3. Problem Treatment

4. Other issues

Flower pot: Tortoiseshell peonies are more suitable for deeper flower pots. Try not to choose plastic pots because their air permeability is too poor. Substrate: It will grow well in calcareous soil. It can be planted and maintained in soil with higher mineral content and lower water content. Temperature: It likes a warm growing environment, and it is best to control the temperature between 15-23℃. Nutrients: It has little nutrient requirements. Just apply a low-nitrogen, high-phosphorus-potassium compound fertilizer every 15 days.

1. Maintenance methods

1. Flower pot selection: Tortoiseshell peony has very thick tap roots, and deeper flower pots are more suitable for it. Flower pots should have good water permeability. You can choose mud pots or tile pots for planting. It would be better if there are holes in the bottom. Remember not to use plastic pots. It is recommended to replace flower pots every other year.

2. Substrate selection: It is more suitable for soil with lime and sandy soil. When planting, rocks can be broken into blocks and placed in flower pots to increase soil aeration. Choose sandy soil to enhance drainage, but also ensure the soil is slightly acidic when planting.

3. Temperature management: It prefers a warm environment. Under normal circumstances, the temperature can be controlled between 15-23℃. In summer, the light is relatively strong, so it is necessary to provide appropriate shade to cool down. It is best not to exceed 25℃. In winter, the temperature should be controlled above 5℃.

4. Nutrient management: It has less demand for nutrients and does not require frequent fertilization. On average, a low-nitrogen, high-phosphorus-potassium compound fertilizer can be applied once every 15 days. It is best to dilute the fertilizer in the container before irrigating. Fertilizer should not be too concentrated. To protect its ornamental appearance, when fertilizing, spread fertilizer to the roots and avoid spreading it on flowers and leaves.

2. Breeding skills

1 1. Repot: In order to maintain the nutrients it needs to grow, it needs to be repotted every one or two years. The pot you change every other year should be larger than the last pot to ensure it has enough growing space.

2. Pruning: If yellow leaves, dry leaves, or rotten leaves appear during the growth period, they must be pruned in time to avoid the spread of bacteria. For those that have just been bought, you need to completely trim the roots to remove miscellaneous roots and rotten roots, leaving only the main root. Place it in a cool and ventilated place to dry before potting it.

3. Problem Treatment

1 , Powdery mildew: Due to excessive moisture, it is easy to have mold and suffer from powdery mildew. After discovery, severe leaves should be removed to prevent infection. Spray water with lime sulfur mixture in proportion to treat.

2. Scale insects: Scale insects are the most common pests of cactus and are prone to occur in greenhouses or plastic sheds. The incubation period is from April to September every year, and the number of insects increases significantly. They rely on sucking plant juices to survive, causing the host to turn yellow or even die. After discovery, it should be removed manually immediately and the plants should be placed in a ventilated and sunny place. Pharmaceutical treatment can be used if necessary.

IV. Other issues

1 . Can it be cultivated at home: It will grow well in a warm and ventilated environment. Suitable for breeding in a warm and ventilated home. In addition, its flowers are beautiful and suitable for viewing at home.

2. Can it be given away? It belongs to the cactus family and is an expert at absorbing radiation. Placing it next to the computer can reduce the radiation from the computer to the human body. It is very suitable to give it as a gift to office workers!

- END -