Cultivation techniques of potted cyclamen

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Cyclamen is a bulbous flower of the genus Cyclamen in the family Primulaceae. It has a beautiful and unique shape, is colorful, has a long flowering period and can bloom in winter. It is deeply loved by people. With the increasing consumption, it has become a One of the top ten potted flowers in my country. In this article, the editor mainly explains the cultivation techniques of potted cyclamen.

1, the sowing period of cyclamen

The sowing period of Cyclamen needs to be determined according to the market demand and the characteristics of the variety. If sown too early, the high temperature will be detrimental to normal germination. If sown too late, their development will be retarded due to too low temperatures and they will not be able to bloom during the scheduled festival.

2.Selection and processing of seeds

Cyclamen is an amorphous seed. Good maturity, full grains, and reddish-brown color are signs of high-quality seeds. Black or light yellow color indicates overmaturity or poor maturity. Seed. Therefore, in large-scale production, in order to obtain uniformly grown seedlings, seeds should be graded according to size and then sown separately.

3.Sowing

The seeding container uses a seeding tray, and the seeding soil can be a mixture of peat, vermiculite, and cow dung. Cover tightly with opaque black plastic film or kraft paper and place in a dark place until germination occurs. The temperature during germination should be controlled at 18-22℃.

4.Management of the emergence period after sowing

20-30 days after sowing, When the seeds begin to emerge, remove the covering black plastic film or kraft paper and place the seeding tray under strong scattered light. When the sowing soil is dry, soak water from the bottom of the sowing tray. Do not use a watering can to water from the top to avoid causing the seedlings to rot and die. Spray liquid fertilizer every 5-7 days.

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