Phlox cultivation methods and precautions

Watering and fertilizing

The Phlox must be guaranteed to have sufficient water over a long period of time and the soil in the pot must be kept moist. However, because the leaves are relatively dense, do not water directly from the top when watering to avoid water accumulation on the leaves.

Keep the ventilation good. In rainy seasons, it can be let in the rain appropriately, but pay attention to timely drainage to avoid diseases and insect pests.

During the growth period, especially after pinching and pruning, it is necessary to add dilute liquid fertilizer in time to promote the growth of branches and promote flowering. Phlox is sensitive to nitrogen fertilizer, and excessive nitrogen fertilizer will burn the seedlings, so when fertilizing, pay attention to adding more phosphorus and potassium fertilizers and less nitrogen fertilizers.

Light and temperature

Most wild flowers are the type that will bloom beautifully with a little sunlight, so feel free to give them light. Make sure there is plenty of sunlight during the growing period. Of course, they can also grow in a semi-shady environment.

Phlox is not resistant to high temperatures. When the temperature is above 35°C in summer, obvious yellowing of leaves will appear. Appropriate shade is needed to avoid direct sunlight, and watering is used to cool it down. Phlox is cold-resistant and can spend the winter outdoors, but the winter temperature in some areas is too low, so it is recommended to move it indoors for the winter.

Plastic pruning

When the phlox grows to about 15 cm, it is necessary to pinch off the top to promote branching and control plant height, ensuring that the plant is short, strong and full.

After flowering, trim off the remaining stems and flowers as soon as possible, and thin out the branches appropriately to ensure that the new branches that sprout can bloom again.

Pest and disease control

Phlox has fewer diseases and pests, but it may occasionally be harmed by leaf spot and aphids. Once diseases and pests occur, spray pesticides in time to prevent and control them. Don't let the flowers you have worked hard to grow end up in the stomachs of insects.

Breeding precautions

The young seedlings of Phlox are not resistant to transplanting, so when you plan to grow the seedlings by sowing, do not toss them back and forth. After the seedlings have grown for 4 weeks, their root system will be stable and they can be transplanted into pots. At the beginning, you can choose a small pot of about 10 cm, and then change to a larger pot after the seedlings grow up.

In an environment with sufficient sunlight, Phlox grows well. As long as it is pruned in time, the plant will be compact and beautiful. However, if it lacks sunlight, it may grow too tall and may even grow into a "towering tree". You can spray dwarfing agents appropriately to prevent the Phlox from growing tall.