Digitalis cultivation methods and precautions

Distribution of Digitalis

The origin of digitalis is Europe, mainly the mountainous areas in central and southern Europe. In China, digitalis has begun to be widely cultivated in Shanghai, Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shandong.

How to cultivate digitalis

Light and temperature

Digitalis likes sunlight, but also slightly shade. When digitalis is blooming, increasing the light will be beneficial to its flowering. In terms of temperature, the suitable temperature for the growth of Digitalis is between 12℃ and 19℃, but the temperature varies during the germination, growth and maintenance of Digitalis and needs to be adjusted in time. During the growing period of Digitalis, the temperature should be kept at around 20℃, otherwise it will grow too tall and reduce flowering.

soil

The soil required for the growth of Digitalis requires good drainage and a certain amount of base fertilizer, but Digitalis can also tolerate a certain degree of barrenness.

Water and fertilizer management

Digitalis has high requirements for water and fertilizer. During the breeding process, good water and fertilizer management is needed. After planting digitalis, it is necessary to water and fertilize in time, keep the soil in the pot moist, and keep the air humidity at a high level. During the growth period of Digitalis, it needs to be fertilized once every half a month, and various elements should be supplemented regularly. Be careful that the fertilizer does not stick to the leaves.

Reproduction method

Digitalis is usually propagated by sowing.

Precautions for the cultivation of digitalis

toxicity

Although digitalis can be used as medicine, it is also very toxic. The whole plant is poisonous. During the cultivation process, you need to pay attention to its toxicity.

Pests and diseases

Digitalis is often attacked by anthracnose, stem rot and leaf spot. There will also be damage from aphids, beetles and whiteflies, which need to be discovered and controlled in time.