How to grow Baolian lantern flowers

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1. Breeding methods

2. Pest and disease control

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Cultivation of Baolian lanterns requires a relatively warm environment. The best temperature is above 25 degrees. It is not cold-tolerant. In winter, the temperature must be controlled above 16 degrees. There are also requirements for the soil, which should be loose, fertile and breathable. During the growing season, water and moisturize frequently, but be careful not to overdo it or accumulate water. It is also necessary to apply thin fertilizer frequently to provide it with sufficient nutrients. In addition, pay attention to the prevention and control of pests and diseases.

1. Breeding methods

1. Breeding methods

1. Temperature: It likes to grow in a high temperature and humid environment, so summer is its peak growing season. The most suitable temperature is usually above 25 degrees Celsius, but the cold tolerance is poor, so pay attention to the low temperature in winter. The temperature in winter must be maintained above 16 degrees Celsius, otherwise the plants will be easily frostbitten.

2. Soil: It has Certain requirements are to ensure that it is loose, fertile and breathable. When breeding, add an appropriate amount of leaf mold soil and peat soil to the garden soil and mix it, so that it can basically meet its needs.

3. Watering: It likes moisture, so it must be watered frequently during the growing season to maintain a moist soil environment. But be careful not to have too much humidity during the flowering period, otherwise the flowers will easily fall.

4. Fertilization: During the growth period, nutrients The demand is also relatively large. Fertilizer must be applied frequently, but only thin fertilizer can be applied. Do not use raw fertilizer or thick fertilizer, otherwise it is easy to burn and rot the roots. Generally, nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium compound fertilizer is applied between April and October. It is diluted with water before application, and then the fertilizer solution is sprayed once a week. It is recommended to stop fertilizing in winter to avoid fertilizer damage.

2. Pest and disease control

1. Disease: It is susceptible to stem rot, usually caused by long-term water accumulation. Pay attention to correct watering. When diseased leaves are discovered, remove them promptly to prevent further infection. You also need to spray pesticides. Just use chlorothalonil or carbendazim. Mix it with water and spray it. Once a week, two or three times will be effective.

2. Pests: Common pests include Powdery bedbugs, dead leaf moths, parasites, red spider mites, scale insects, etc. must be sprayed to kill them when discovered. In addition, the management environment must be improved to avoid reinfection.

2. Pest and disease control

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