Fragrant snowballs are a very popular spring and summer flowering plant with bright colors, long flowering periods, and easy to grow. The following is a method of planting and propagating fragrant snowballs:
Fragrant snowball is a perennial herbaceous plant that is adaptable, hardy, moisture-loving, and prefers well-ventilated sandy soils. When planting, choose fertile land with relatively flat terrain for planting, and the land should be ploughed in advance to remove weeds and reduce the occurrence of pests and diseases.
First, the planting method
The seeds are small and light, so they are often planted by scattering. Before sowing, the seeds should be mixed with fine sand or plant ash. Generally, the sowing time of fragrant snowballs can be carried out in both spring and summer, and after sowing, cover the soil and water it to keep the soil moist. Fragrant snowballs grow quickly and need to be fertilized and watered regularly during the growth process to provide adequate nutrients and water.
1. Weeding: During the growth of fragrant snowballs, weeding operations should be carried out in time to avoid weeds competing for nutrients and water.
2. Fertilization: Xiangxueqiu has a greater demand for fertilizer, so it needs to be fertilized regularly during the growth process, and generally apply well-rotted organic fertilizer or compound fertilizer every half a month.
3. Watering: Watering is also important for the growth of fragrant snowballs, and generally the soil can be kept moist to avoid root rot caused by stagnant water.
4. Topping: In order to promote the multi-branching of the fragrant snowball, when the fragrant snowball grows to a certain height, it is necessary to topple and control its height to make the plant more compact and beautiful.
2. Pest control
The common diseases of fragrant snowball are powdery mildew and downy mildew, etc., once the diseased plants are found, they should be removed in time and controlled. In terms of insect pests, there will mainly be ground tigers and aphids, which should also be discovered and controlled in time. During the planting process, it is necessary to pay attention to the growth of the plant, and take measures to deal with the problem in time.
To sum up, it is necessary to pay attention to many aspects such as soil selection, planting methods, field management and pest control in the planting process of fragrant snowballs. Only by doing these things well can we ensure that the fragrant snowball grows well and blooms beautifully.
3. Reproduction methods
1. Seed propagation: Spring or autumn sowing is acceptable, but spring is the best. Choose loose, fertile, well-drained soils. Spread the seeds evenly on the surface of the soil, cover with a thin layer of fine soil, and then keep the soil moist. Generally, germination can occur in 7-10 days.
2. Dividing propagation: fragrant snowball has a well-developed root system and can be propagated by dividing in spring or autumn. Dig the fragrant snowball out of the soil and divide the root system into portions, each with one or two bud points. Then replant and manage as normal.
3. Propagation by cuttings: Fragrant snowball cuttings can be carried out in spring or summer. Choose loose, fertile, well-drained soil. Choose sturdy shoots, cut 8-10 cm long cuttings and insert them into the soil. Keep the soil moist and fertilize properly to promote rooting of cuttings. Generally, it can take root and survive in about a month.
4. Precautions
1. Fragrant snowball prefers sunny, warm and moist environments, and is suitable for growing in fertile, well-drained soil.
2. Pay attention to watering and fertilization during the planting process, and apply well-rotted organic fertilizer every half a month during the growth period.
3. There are fewer pests and diseases in fragrant snowballs, but it is also necessary to pay attention to the prevention and control of aphids, snails and other pests. If it happens, it can be controlled with appropriate pesticides.
4. When the fragrant snowball is in bloom, keep enough light and water to promote the opening of the flowers.
In short, with the above methods, we can easily grow lush fragrant snowballs. Whether it is seed propagation, ramification propagation or cuttings propagation, patience and meticulous management are required. As long as you follow the above methods, you can let the fragrant snowball thrive and add a splash of color to our garden.