Cultivation methods and precautions of red lantern flowers How to cultivate red lantern flowers

Lantern flower is a very interesting flower. Its original name is fuchsia. It is shaped like a red lantern and is very festive in red, hence the name lantern flower. It symbolizes a warm heart and belief in love.

Is the red lantern potted plant easy to grow?

Red lantern flower is relatively easy to grow . It is a perennial shrub. As long as it is well maintained, during the flowering season, you can see its unique drooping flowers, like hanging lanterns, which are highly ornamental.

How to grow red lantern flowers

1. Soil

When cultivating red lantern flowers, you should choose loose, fertile, and well-drained sandy soil . You can use leaf mold and river sand, mixed in a ratio of 6:4. This kind of soil can well meet the growth needs of lantern flowers.

2. Water and fertilizer

When watering, follow the principle of watering thoroughly when the soil is dry , but do not allow water to accumulate. In spring and autumn, water once every three days , and more frequently in summer. In winter, just water thoroughly when the soil is dry.

Because the lantern flower grows fast and blooms frequently, it needs to be fertilized frequently during the growth period. A light cake fertilizer water can be applied every 10 days or so to supplement nutrients.

3. Light and temperature

The growth and flowering of red lantern flowers cannot be separated from light, so it is best to have 4-5 hours of light every day. The lantern flower is not cold-resistant, and the temperature must be maintained above 8 degrees Celsius in winter to survive the winter safely , otherwise the plant will easily be frostbite.

Red Lantern Flower Maintenance Precautions

When caring for the red lantern flower, pay attention to timely pruning and cut off dead branches, leaves and withered flowers . This can avoid the loss of nutrients and enable it to grow better. In order to ensure the beautiful shape of the lantern flower plant, the lantern flower should also be pruned frequently.