When is the best time to sow snake chrysanthemum

Time to sow snake eye chrysanthemum

Snake eye chrysanthemum is a plant of the genus Snake eye chrysanthemum in the Asteraceae family. It can be planted once a year. Snake eye chrysanthemum can generally be sown in spring and autumn. The specific suitable time for sowing is March-April and September. The climate in these two time periods is warm and the sunshine is sufficient, so the seeds can germinate and grow smoothly.

How to plant snake eye chrysanthemum

1. The first thing to do when planting snake eye chrysanthemum is to choose high-quality seeds, because the quality of seeds can directly determine the germination rate. If the quality is not up to standard, it is impossible to germinate well. Therefore, seed selection is very important. After selecting the seeds, soak them in warm water to germinate. This will allow the seeds to wake up in advance and germinate faster and better.

2. Snake eye chrysanthemum has strong adaptability and is not demanding on soil. It only needs to be planted in well-drained soil. The land must be prepared before sowing, the soil must be plowed and disinfected, and some base fertilizer must be applied.

3. The seeds of snake eye chrysanthemum can be sown by broadcasting. Sprinkle the seeds evenly in the soil, cover with a layer of fine soil, and water appropriately to keep the soil moist. It will germinate in about seven days.

Flowering time of snake eye chrysanthemum

Generally speaking, it takes 2-3 months for snake chrysanthemum to bloom from sowing. If it is planted at different times, its flowering time will be different. If it is sown in March-April, it can bloom in May-June, and if it is sown in September, it will bloom in the spring of the following year.

The flowering period of snake-eye chrysanthemum is very long, generally from June to September each year, lasting three to four months.