Is geranium the national flower of Hungary? What are the main points of potted culture methods?

Geranium, also known as hydrangea, red, red, sunflower, sunflower, mosquito repellent, butterfly, is a kind of flowers widely planted all over the world. Geraniums have high ornamental value, the flowers are very bright and colorful. Western countries like to decorate the windowsill with geraniums, which play a role in decorating the furniture environment. Let's take a look at the geranium. Is it the national flower of Hungary? What are the main points of potted culture methods?

Is geranium the national flower of Hungary?

Geranium is the national flower of Hungary. Geranium is a common flower in Hungary, because the state attaches great importance to the production and breeding of geranium. It is not only a potted plant but also a common flower variety in the flower bed, which is deeply loved by the local people.

Second, what are the key points of pot culture of geraniums?

The flower color of the geranium is bright, the florescence is very long, and the management is very convenient and simple, so it is especially suitable for potted plants at home. The methods of pot culture of pelargonium are as follows:

1. Soil conditions

Geraniums do not have high requirements for soil, but potted plants are generally equipped with soil that is beneficial to the growth of geraniums. In addition to requiring good soil looseness and strong air permeability, it is necessary to loosen the soil or turn the basin in time in autumn every year to make it grow better.

2. Temperature condition

Geranium is suitable for growth in spring and autumn, because the temperature is relatively suitable. If the temperature is very high in summer, it should be maintained in a cool and ventilated place to avoid wilting leaves and flowers. In winter, put it in a place where the indoor temperature is relatively high, and put it under the sun when it comes out of the sun.

3. Watering essentials

Geraniums are not resistant to stagnant water, so water them properly. Spring and autumn are the seasons of exuberant growth, so the moisture should be sufficient to maintain the wetness of the basin soil, but there can be no stagnant water, otherwise the rotting roots will lead to leaf yellowing and plant death. On rainy days, you can not water, do not fertilize, put it outside to properly sprinkle a little Rain Water, be sure not to excessive. The temperature in winter is very low, so try to keep the water at room temperature when watering it. Don't irrigate too much water.

4. Key points of fertilization

In the period of exuberant growth, geranium can generally apply liquid fertilizer once a week or so, which is beneficial to the accumulation of nutrients. Before the emergence of flower buds, nitrogen fertilizer was mainly applied, and when flower buds appeared, phosphorus and potassium fertilizer was chosen as the main choice. The geranium is semi-dormant in summer, so don't fertilize it. If you put it indoors in winter, you can apply fertilizer properly.

5. Points for attention

The maintenance of geraniums should be reasonable according to different varieties and different plant sizes. Family potted geranium to choose a suitable variety, it is generally recommended to choose a small plant, so that the beauty is stronger. In addition, in order to control the height of the geranium, pay attention to keep the light time at about 14 to 18 hours.