Detailed instructions for sowing nasturtium

Nasturtium sowing details: Season selection

The general sowing period of nasturtium is from March to June, which is called spring sowing. Flowering period is from August to December.

However, it is also possible to sow seeds artificially in late August or early September, which is called autumn sowing. In this way, the nasturtium will bloom during New Year's Day and the Spring Festival. Welcome the New Year with flowers blooming on the trees, making people happy.

Nasturtium sowing details: seed treatment

The seed coat of nasturtium is relatively tough, and if left to grow naturally, it will take a long time for the germination to occur.

Therefore, before sowing, the seeds should be soaked in warm water at 40-45℃ for 1-2 days to soften the shell.

Nasturtium sowing details: potting soil

The culture soil should be loam mixed with 4 parts of leaf mold, 4 parts of garden soil, 1 part of compost soil and 1 part of sand. With this kind of preparation, the soil has good air permeability and strong drainage.

It is advisable to keep the soil moisture at around 50%.

You can choose a medium-sized flowerpot and plant 3-5 seeds.

Detailed explanation of nasturtium sowing: covering the soil

The seeds do not need to be buried too deep, and the covering soil should be thin but not too thick, just fine soil will do.

After the seedlings emerge, you can add some more soil to the pot to protect the roots of the seedlings.

Detailed explanation of nasturtium sowing: seedling maintenance

Fifteen days after germination, chicken and duck manure water can be applied to provide nutrients. Water once every 3-4 days, use a small amount of water and avoid water accumulation.

The seedlings need sufficient light, otherwise they will easily grow too tall.

After the stems of the seedlings grow long, you should insert wooden branches or pull vines to give the nasturtium a place to pull, otherwise it will easily fall over.