When does purple dew bloom?

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How to control the blooming of Purple Dewweed

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Purple grass has a long flowering period, unique and beautiful plant shape, and full game flavor. Generally, the plant shape and flowers of purple dew are viewed as having outstanding characteristics and infinite interest. So when does purple dew flower bloom?

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Purple Dew Flowering

Purple Dew Flowering Period

The flowering period of Purple Dew is longer, mainly concentrated in summer and autumn, but The flowering period also varies in different regions due to different climates and environments.

The flowering period of purple dew in North China is from May to October. In East China, the period is from mid to late April to October, with the peak flowering period from May to June and the continued flowering period from July to October. Flower buds appear in late March in East China and mid-April in North China.

Purple grass blooms for a short time, usually opening in the morning and closing at noon. The petals open in the morning and close before noon, and the flowers will bloom even on rainy days.

The blooming appearance of purple dew grass

The flowers of purple dew grass are small and have a strong decorative effect. When blooming, the flowers have dark blue corollas and yellow stamens, about 3-4 cm wide. Three nearly round petals form a triangle, and the flowers are elegant and fragrant. The capsule is 5-7 cm long and bears seeds. The seeds are oblong and about 3 mm long.

Methods to control the blooming of purple dewgrass

Pruning

Pruning is a great way to make your plant branch out more. Proper pruning of the purple dew plant can make it produce more new branches, with plump branches and leaves and prosperous flowers. Pruning the purple dew from mid-May to early June can change the natural flowering period of the purple dew to a certain extent and regulate it artificially.

Temperature control

Proper temperature control can also change the flowering period of purple dew. When the temperature is low in winter, you can cover the purple dew plants with film to make them survive the winter safely. By doing this, you can also advance the flowering period to early to mid-March.

In addition, in order to ensure that purple dew has strong leaves and many flowers, sufficient base fertilizer should be applied before planting to ensure sufficient nutrients. Purple grass can also be propagated by cuttings in autumn, and it will bloom more in the coming year, which is very beautiful.

How to control the blooming of Purple Dewweed

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