Breeding methods and precautions for Lantana Rhododendron

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1. Temperature

2. Fertilizer and water management

3. Pruning

4. Flowering period control

Azalea is a traditional Chinese flower. Its red color just fits the Chinese people's yearning for a prosperous life. Therefore, it is in line with China's unique aesthetics both in terms of viewing and metaphor. Rhododendron azalea, a type of azalea that lives in high mountains, is even more beautiful. So how should such a beautiful flower be cultivated? We can learn it carefully today.

1. Temperature

This kind of plant often grows in places between 1000-3000 meters. The temperature in these places is cool all year round. When transplanting for garden planting, these conditions should also be met. Especially in summer, attention should be paid to cooling down, and keeping the temperature at 15-20 degrees is most appropriate. During the flowering season, the temperature can be increased appropriately and kept at 20-25 degrees.

2. Fertilizer and water management

This Plants prefer a relatively acidic environment, but the soil in the north is generally alkaline, so before planting, the land should be treated with some decomposed fertilizers rich in acidic substances. The root system of this plant is fibrous, so it has high requirements for fertilizer concentration and water quality. Especially for fertilization, it should be applied sparingly and in the right amount at the right time. In spring, you can use phosphate fertilizer once a month to promote the growth of branches, leaves and flower buds. Nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizers can then be applied monthly. When it is dormant in winter or when growth is slow in summer, it should be appropriately reduced to prevent root rot. Since this plant likes a relatively humid environment, it should be sprayed with more water in the north.

3. Pruning

By picking Lose top buds to encourage the plant to flourish and speed up flowering. If there are too many flowers and are too complicated, you can also cut off some of the buds. This will make the flowers larger and more colorful that year, and will also help the growth and flowering of the second year. Pruning is mostly done in the spring or autumn after flowering. Cut off dead, leaning, and diseased branches to avoid consuming extra nutrients and make the entire plant bloom better.

4. Flowering period control

This Plants can control the flowering time by refrigeration of flower buds in autumn and then heating at appropriate times. To make this plant bloom a period of time in advance, you can place it indoors at a temperature of 20-25°C and spray an appropriate amount of water at a timely manner, so that it can bloom in advance after a period of time! On the other hand, if you want to delay flowering, keep it at a low temperature, control the temperature at 2-4°C, and water when the pot is dry.

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