How long does the blue flower bloom? How to grow?

Blue sage, also known as pink calyx sage, blue thread, a string of blue, etc., is a kind of plant flowers that are very suitable for planting in flower beds or gardens to decorate and decorate the environment. Blue sage is usually a small purple flower, the number of flowers is very large, there is a very pungent smell, not everyone can adapt to its taste. Let's take a look at the flowering period of blue sage. How do you plant it?

How long is the flowering period of blue sage?

The flowering period of blue sage is usually from June to August in summer, but some can even bloom for as long as half a year, that is, from summer to autumn. In addition, the florescence will also be affected by varieties, and there will be some differences. In order to prolong the flowering period, it can be maintained in a semi-overcast environment.

If you want blue sage to blossom in large number and flourish, it is recommended to give sufficient light, especially in the early stage of flowering. In addition, there is to keep the soil and water moist, when flowering needs more water and fertilizer, so it is necessary to appropriately increase the number of watering and fertilization, but not too much, too thick. It should be pruned properly after flowering, so that the period and quantity of flowering in the coming year can be guaranteed.

Second, how to grow blue sage?

1. Sowing seeds

Blue sage seeds are very small, generally a cave needs about 200 seeds, it is best to use sterilized seedling peat soil, and then cover it with a thin layer of vermiculite to play a breathable role. It is best to cover it with a thin film, and xa can germinate in five to eight days at the right temperature.

2. Maintenance during germination period

After sprouting, the blue sage will continue to take root and grow new stems and leaves, at this time to maintain its appropriate humidity, but not too wet, will affect its normal growth. Base fertilizer, then generally give a certain proportion of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium water-soluble fertilizer on it. When the true leaves appear, it is necessary to increase the concentration of fertilizer and control the temperature and humidity, so as to prevent the seedlings of blue sage from growing.

3. Growth temperature

When the blue sage grows two or three leaves, it can be moved to the flowerpot or flower bed for planting. At this time, it is recommended to choose loose, breathable and fertile pastoral soil. Be careful that the temperature is not less than 15 degrees Celsius or more than 30 degrees Celsius, otherwise the leaves will turn yellow or stop growing.

4. Topdressing

The blue sage should be fertilized properly to promote the growth of branches and leaves when it grows vigorously, put it in a sunny place, and apply compound fertilizer once every half a month. If the summer light is relatively strong, must be given appropriate shade, so as not to burn the leaves, the whole plant wilting.

The above is the introduction of how long the flowering period of blue sage and how to plant it. I hope it will be of some help to you.