When are azaleas planted and open? What are the cultivation techniques?

The four seasons of the earth change, but each season has different flowers blooming, so that we can also enjoy different beauties. When are the azaleas planted and open? What are the cultivation techniques?

I. the basic situation of azaleas

1. The origin of rhododendron

Rhododendron generally refers to rhododendron, which is an evergreen or ordinary green shrub, also known as rhododendron, pomegranate, Yingshanhong, Zhaoshanhong, Tang rhododendron and so on. It is one of the top ten famous flowers in China. It comes from Jiangsu, Anhui, Zhejiang, Jiangxi, Fujian, Taiwan, Hubei, Hunan, Guangdong, Guangxi, Sichuan, Guizhou and Yunnan. It is now cultivated in parks all over the world.

two。 The value of azaleas

Rhododendron has luxuriant branches, colorful flowers and resistance to pruning, so it is not only a good bonsai material, but also a good garden ornamental and hedgerow plant; the root of rhododendron has the effects of promoting blood circulation, relieving pain and dispelling wind, and its leaves have the effect of heat-clearing, detoxification and hemostasis. its flowers have a certain auxiliary effect on the treatment of irregular menstruation, amenorrhea, bleeding, injury, rheumatism, hematemesis and so on. In addition, some rhododendron flowers and leaves can extract aromatic oil, some flowers can be eaten, and it is also a very good soil and water conservation plant.

3. The flower language and implication of rhododendron

The flower language of rhododendron is the joy of love, good luck, unrestrained, innocent, loyal, homesick, prosperous and auspicious, tenacious and optimistic, career prosperity.

Azaleas have the meaning of dispelling evil spirits in fengshui, which can help domestic landlords have bad luck. in addition, azaleas are also presented to each other by single men and women.

Second, when are azaleas planted and open?

1. Planting time of azaleas

Cuckoos are most suitable for planting in early spring or late autumn. if planted in other seasons, shade sheds must be erected, and roots and soil must be evenly planted.

two。 The opening hours of azaleas

Azaleas usually bloom from April to May, but the flowering period varies from variety to variety. For example, the flowering time of spring cuckoo is generally late April, while the flowering time of spring cuckoo is generally early May, and the flowering time is about 20 days; the flowering time of summer cuckoo is generally mid-May, and the flowering time of summer cuckoo is June. Some varieties can wither from July to August, while the opening time of East rhododendron is around New Year's Day.

Third, what are the cultivation techniques of rhododendron?

It is not difficult to plant azaleas, but if you plant azaleas in the north, you need to pay attention to:

1. The acidity of the soil in the north is on the high side, and plate planting rhododendron needs to be mixed with rotten soil of mature leaves and other plants, and it is usually necessary to apply less fertilizer and fertilize frequently. Because the rhododendron rhizome is small, the disk should not be too large, and the disk with good air permeability should be chosen to facilitate the growth of the rhizome.

two。 Rhododendrons like a moist and cool environment, and the climate in the north is dry, so they should be watered and sprayed in time to maintain high air humidity. Rain Water and fermented rice-panning water are the best for watering, which has a good effect on improving the properties of the soil and the quality of flowers.

3. In order to make the azaleas look good, it is often necessary to prune the trees in spring and autumn, cutting off withered branches, oblique branches, branches that cause diseases and insect pests, and branches that grow excessively.

In addition, in the general spring and autumn season, cuckoos planted in the open field can be watered every 2-3 days, and at least once a day in hot summer. Topdressing should be done every half a month or so after flowering.

The above is a brief introduction to the planting, opening time and cultivation techniques of rhododendron. Friends who like rhododendron should not miss the flowering season, and they can also try to plant rhododendron at home for decoration.