Cultivation methods and precautions of Clematis

How to cultivate Clematis

soil

To grow Clematis chinensis, the soil must be loose and have a deep layer. The soil must have strong air permeability. When choosing the substrate, you can use some peat soil or bark to enhance the air permeability.

Light and temperature

Clematis prefers a warm, semi-shady growing environment. During the growth period, it needs to maintain sufficient light. Before the Clematis blooms, appropriately increasing the light can promote flowering. The temperature needs to be kept within a suitable range. The suitable growth temperature for Clematis is between 25℃ and 35℃. If the temperature is lower than 15℃, the leaves may become ugly.

Watering and fertilizing

Clematis likes a humid growing environment and needs to maintain a high humidity, but be careful not to have water accumulation to avoid root rot, and ventilate frequently to avoid bacteria. When applying fertilizer, you need to apply some decomposed fertilizer when planting and apply top dressing during the growing period. Mainly use compound fertilizer, and add more nitrogen, phosphorus and other elements.

Reproduction method

The main method of propagation of Clematis is sowing, which is carried out in September. Or in early spring, you can use the root buds of Clematis to propagate it, or you can propagate it by cuttings and layering.

Things to note when growing Clematis

Pests and diseases

Clematis has fewer diseases and pests. When the temperature is high and humidity is high in July, Clematis is prone to black spot disease, and if there is water accumulation in the soil, it will cause root rot. It is necessary to pay attention to some of the hazards caused by these reasons.

prune

In order to promote the growth of the root system, it is necessary to properly cut off the dense branches of the Clematis chinensis. Cutting off flower buds during the flowering period can reduce nutrient consumption. Trimming the leaves at the bottom of the plant can allow ventilation and light to pass through.

Scaffolding

The purpose of building a shed is to allow the Clematis to climb and grow, making it more beautiful.