Gaoyue Rhododendron Breeding Methods and Precautions

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1. Breeding methods

2. Precautions

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The Satsuki Rhododendron is a common shrub in life. It was originally grown in Japan, and was later introduced to my country and cultivated on a large scale. Rhododendron Satsuki has a wide range of horticultural applications because of its beautiful flowers and refreshing fragrance. Because the flower shape is similar to that of azalea, many people easily confuse Satsuki azalea with rhododendron. The main difference between Satsuki azalea and azalea is that the edges of the stamens of Satsuki azalea have fine serrations. Compared with other flowers used in gardening, Satsuki azalea is relatively easy to raise. Let’s take a look at how to breed Satsuki azalea.

1. Breeding methods

1. Breeding methods

1. Growth habits

Because this flower is abundant in places with relatively high altitudes, it likes a humid environment and dry and hot weather. Not conducive to its growth. The soil for cultivating this kind of flower should be loose and slightly acidic, and should be rich in various fertilizers it needs. It is best to let it see mild sunshine for a certain period of time every day and sprinkle some water on the ground to keep it hydrated.

2. Control of water and fertilizer

Rhododendron needs acidic soil to grow better, but the soil in the north is mostly alkaline. Flower lovers in the north can mix it with rotten pine needles, and often use spray equipment to ensure the moisture of Rhododendron. adequate.

Its roots are very thin fibrous roots. We must pay more attention when applying fertilizer and apply it thinly and frequently. Winter and summer are two seasons when the growth of Rhododendron Satsuki is slow. At this time, we need to control the amount of application to prevent root rot.

2. Precautions

1 .Shape repair

There is a little trick that can be used to speed up the blooming of Satsuki azalea: use topping to encourage it to grow new branches and leaves. When its flowers are too gathered in one place, in order to ensure the beauty of Satsuki Rhododendron, we should disperse the flower buds early. This will not only make the flowers brighter, but also help its growth in the second year.

After the flowers of the Satsuki Rhododendron have withered, you can use utensils to carefully remove its unsightly branches and leaves. You should also take the opportunity to prune off the old branches, otherwise nutrients will be wasted.

2. Disease prevention

Gaoyue Rhododendron is more susceptible to diseases and insect pests. In normal times, we should pay more attention to the condition of its branches, leaves and flowers to provide early warning. If it is really infected with germs, it only needs to be sprayed several times with the corresponding agent. rule.

2. Precautions

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