Cultivation methods and precautions of peony

1. Breeding methods

1. Soil: If you want to grow peony well, soil is very important. Choose loose, fertile soil with good drainage. When breeding, you can add an appropriate amount of river sand and base fertilizer to the humus or peat soil to improve drainage and nutrients, which is more beneficial for later growth.

2. Fertilization: After entering the growth period, the demand for nutrients is relatively high, so fertilizer must be applied to supplement the nutrients. Generally, fertilizer should be applied every 10 to 15 days. It must be a thin fertilizer and the concentration should not be too high to avoid burning the roots.

3. Watering: It is suitable for growing in a humid environment and is not drought-resistant. Therefore, water frequently during the breeding period to maintain moisture. But be careful not to apply too much each time, and do not allow water to accumulate in the soil, otherwise the roots will easily rot.

4. Light: It likes semi-shaded environment and cannot be exposed to the sun or placed in a dark place for a long time. It should be placed outdoors in a place with scattered light, and blocked in time during strong summer sunlight to avoid sunburn.

5. Pests and diseases: If the environment provided during maintenance is not suitable, the plants will be easily infected by pests and diseases. The most common disease is leaf spot. When found, the diseased leaves should be removed, burned, and sprayed with mancozeb. Common insect pests are scale insects, which are mainly caused by poor ventilation and lack of light. You need to increase light and ventilation, and spray pesticides when the situation is serious.

2. Precautions

During the breeding period, we should not only provide it with an environment conducive to its growth, but also pay attention to pruning. It will enter a dormant stage during the high temperatures in summer. At this time, the dead branches should be cut off in time to improve ventilation and light conditions, which can also promote more concentrated nutrients. Shaping and pruning should also be done after the leaves fall in winter.