Louis XIV's breeding methods and precautions

1. Maintenance methods

1. Soil: The soil used is generally loose, water-conserving and breathable. Sandy soil is the best choice for planting Louis XIV.

2. Water: When watering after planting, make sure to water thoroughly. At other times, you don’t need a lot of water. Only when the temperature is high and dry, just water it appropriately.

3. Nutrients: Organic fertilizer is commonly used as fertilizer, and the number of applications is generally about three times. When applying fertilizer, the amount does not need to be large. Small amounts applied frequently can meet the plant's nutrient needs.

4. Light: Adequate light can make it grow better. Daily exposure time of about five hours can meet its needs. Long-term light exposure can make it grow more vigorously.

2. Breeding techniques

1. Pruning: Pruning should be done when the flowers are in bloom, and the flowers should be removed as they fade. This way, it can bloom again. If pruning is not done in time, it will only bloom once. Dense and withered branches on the plant should also be properly pruned to avoid affecting the growth of other branches.

2. Reproduction: Sowing is commonly used for propagation. Select full seeds and place them in warm water to germinate. After germination, sow it on the seedling soil containing sufficient nutrients, sprinkle water to make the soil layer moist, and new branches will grow in about seven days.

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

1. Powdery mildew: Powdery mildew is a common disease. It will occur on young branches and then gradually spread to other old branches and leaves. After discovery, the infected branches should be pruned in time, and then sprayed with diluted thiophanate-methyl.

2. Root rot: The amount of water and the time of watering should be controlled well. Do not water too frequently and avoid water storage in the pot. Water in the pot or watering too frequently will cause root rot.

IV. Other issues

1. How to spend the winter: In winter, it should be placed indoors for maintenance. It can be placed in a light-transmitted and ventilated place. The temperature should be controlled at around 12 to 28 degrees Celsius. This will ensure its vigorous growth in winter.

2. Can it be exposed to rain: It cannot be wetted by rain. Rainwater dripping on its petals will cause the petals to fall off. Rainwater dripping into the pot will cause water accumulation in the pot and cause root rot. It should be covered in time on rainy days.