When and how to plant violets

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1. Planting time

2. Planting methods

3. Seedling maintenance

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Violet planting time is mostly in early autumn, from mid-August to early October. Choose single-petal flower seeds, plant them in moist pot soil, cover them with a layer of fine soil, and then place them in a cool place. It is not advisable to water after planting. Spray water on the soil surface to keep it moist. Transplant in time before the true leaves unfold, choose soil with base fertilizer for planting, and water enough for cultivation.

1. Planting time

1. Planting time

The planting time of violets is generally from mid-August to early October, but it can be adjusted according to the flowering time. If you want flowers in May, plant in February; if you want flowers in June, plant in March. But if you plant it in July, you need to wait until February of the following year to bloom.

2. Planting methods

Violet Usually propagated by seeds. Choose single-petal flowers for seed collection, put the seeds into moist pot soil, cover them with a layer of fine soil, and place them in a cool place. Do not water immediately after planting. If the pot soil is dry, soak the bottom of the pot with water or use a watering can to sprinkle water on the soil surface. It needs to be transplanted before the true leaves unfold. Pull out the seedlings and keep the soil ball on them to avoid damaging the roots. Then add animal manure to the pot as base fertilizer, fill it with soil after planting, water it thoroughly, and place it in a shaded place. After it survives, move it to a sunny position.

3. Seedling care

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1. Watering: Watering should be sufficient during the seedling stage. Water every other day to keep the soil moist. But be sure to avoid water accumulation. If there is too much water, drain it in time.

2. Fertilization: Apply liquid fertilizer every 10 days during the seedling stage, but the amount should not be too much. This will help the plants grow vigorously without damaging the rhizomes.

3. Picking buds: Start picking buds two months after planting . Keep 6 or 7 true leaves, and then remove the terminal buds. Keep 3-4 branches on the side branches, and remove the others as well.

2. Planting methods

3. Seedling maintenance

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