Culture methods of potted dahlias

1. Soil

Soil is very important to it, directly determines its growth, it is afraid of dry and too wet environment, so the soil must choose loose, good ventilation, here to sand and humus soil is the best. In addition, whether it is a field planting method or a potted plant method, it is necessary to do a good job of drainage in advance, otherwise it is easy to let it die if it produces ponding.

2. Temperature

It likes a cool environment and has no great requirements for climate. It can grow normally at temperatures between 5 and 35 degrees Celsius, but the best temperature is about 20 degrees Celsius.

3. Light

It is very fond of light, must be placed in a sunny place when growing, and the daily light time should be more than 6 hours, if less than 4 hours, not only will affect its flowering, but also easy to get sick. Of course, when the sun is too strong in summer, it must be properly shaded.

4. Watering

It is not only afraid of wet, but also very afraid of dry, so watering can not be too much or too little, normal 3 to 5 days once on the line. However, in summer when the temperature is high, it needs to be watered once a day.

5. Fertilization

It likes fertilizer very much, especially during the growing season, and should be applied once every 7 to 10 days. In summer, it goes dormant, so be sure to fertilize less at this time.

6, pruning

Pruning is extremely important for it and directly affects its flowering period. In the maintenance, to properly remove the lateral buds below the stem, it can continue to bloom. If you want to grow large individual flowers, keep only the top bud and remove all other lateral buds.

7. Prevention and control of diseases and pests

It is vulnerable to pests and diseases, so be sure to spray and clean it regularly, or the plant will die.