Mirabilis jalapa planting time and method

Mirabilis jalapa planting time

Mirabilis jalapa likes a warm environment. The most suitable planting time is March to April in spring. If planted at this time, it will bloom in summer and autumn. Try to avoid planting in winter as the low temperature will hinder its growth.

Mirabilis jalapa planting method

1. Collect seeds

Before planting Mirabilis jalapa, you should collect good quality, plump, disease-free seeds that should not be too soft to the touch. After harvesting, they should usually be placed in a ventilated and sun-free place until the spring of the following year for planting.

2. Planting

When planting Mirabilis jalapa, it is best to use the method of scattering or row sowing. After sowing, you can water it thoroughly once to keep the soil slightly moist and wait for it to germinate.

3. Planting of seedlings

When the Mirabilis jalapa seedlings grow 2-4 leaves, they should be transplanted. There should be a certain distance between each plant. After transplanting, they should not be exposed to direct sunlight and should be properly shaded. When caring for the seedlings, pay attention to the amount of watering and fertilizing. Do not have too much water in the flowerpot and do not apply excessive fertilizer.

Things to note when planting Mirabilis jalapa

In the process of caring for Mirabilis jalapa, you can apply decomposed organic fertilizer to maintain the growth of the plant, or you can water the Mirabilis jalapa with clean natural water to keep the soil moist and allow the plant to bloom more flowers.