When does the cockscomb blossom

The cockscomb is named because its petals are like the cockscomb, which integrates ornamental and medicinal use. at present, the common colors are purple, red, yellow, white, orange and so on. When will the cockscomb blossom?

When will the cockscomb blossom?

Cockscomb flowers usually bloom from July to October. However, due to the great difference in climate between the north and the south, the flowering time will also be different. In addition, the flowering time of cockscomb is also related to the time of planting. Generally speaking, it will blossom about two or three months after sowing.

Second, how to manage the flowering period of cockscomb?

1. Lighting: it is necessary to ensure sufficient light during flowering. Otherwise, its inflorescence will be very small and its flowering quality will be poor.

2. Temperature: the suitable temperature also has a great influence on its flowering. The specific range is within 18 to 28 degrees. If the temperature is too high in summer or too low in autumn, it must be adjusted.

3. Fertilizer: in peacetime, this plant has a requirement for fertilizer, not to mention flowering. Compound fertilizer needs to be applied once or twice before flowering and during flowering. In addition, it is necessary to pay attention to the application of fertilizers containing N as little as possible. Otherwise, it is likely to grow only stems and leaves. Light hinders flowering, while heavy may lead to lodging.

4. Moisture: watering should not be too much. Especially after flowering, water control is needed. However, if the weather is dry, you can pour more water as appropriate. Drainage is needed on cloudy and rainy days.

In short, cockscomb flowers usually bloom from July to October, but some areas may bloom earlier and some later, which has something to do with planting time and climatic factors, but in any case, most of them bloom in summer and autumn.