When is the best time to plant chrysanthemums?

Chrysanthemum has rich symbolic meanings and implications in Chinese culture. It is not only the representative flower of autumn, but also associated with many wonderful qualities. The flower language includes purity, nobility, elegance, wealth, love and sincerity. So when is the best time to plant chrysanthemums?

When is the best time to plant chrysanthemums?

The ideal time to plant chrysanthemum seedlings is between March and April in spring. The climate during this period is mild and humid, which is very suitable for the growth of chrysanthemums, helping to increase the survival rate of the seedlings and promote their healthy development. In addition, September to October in autumn is also an optional planting time.

Chrysanthemum potted maintenance method

1. Pot soil selection

Chrysanthemum seedlings grow quickly, and it is recommended to change the potting soil 2 to 3 times before planting in July. Use small pots initially, and gradually switch to larger pots as the plants grow. The ideal soil should have good drainage, be loose, breathable and rich in nutrients. You can choose to mix leaf mold, sandy soil and cake fertilizer residue in a ratio of about 6:3:1 to prepare a culture soil suitable for the growth of chrysanthemums .

2. Watering method

In spring, since the chrysanthemum seedlings are relatively delicate, the amount of watering should be reduced appropriately. As summer approaches, as the plants grow and the temperature rises, water evaporates faster and you should water them once in the morning and once in the evening to ensure that the plants have adequate water. In a dry environment, it is also necessary to spray water on the plants and their surroundings to increase the air humidity. Watering should be properly controlled before flowering in autumn to avoid excessive growth of the plant and affect the quality of the flowers. After flowering, you can increase the amount of watering appropriately. In winter, the growth rate of chrysanthemum slows down, so watering should be reduced and the soil should be kept slightly moist.

3. Fertilization method

When planting in July, base fertilizer should be applied to the potting soil. After applying base fertilizer, apply nitrogen fertilizer every 10 days. Before flowering in autumn, phosphorus fertilizer or potassium fertilizer can be applied to promote lush and colorful flowers. After flowering, fertilization should be stopped.

4. Pruning tips

When the chrysanthemum grows to 10 cm in height, start pinching it, removing the top leaves and leaving the bottom 4 to 5 leaves. After the plant grows 5 to 6 new leaves, pinch it again and keep 4 to 7 main branches. When the plant grows more new leaves again, pinch the top for the final time and perform shaping pruning at the same time, remove diseased, weak, overly vigorous and overly dense branches, and retain 3 to 5 main branches. When the flower buds appear in September, only one bud should be retained on each branch, and the rest should be cut off.

In general, chrysanthemum planting needs to be carried out at the right time. If it is seed sowing, it should be done around the Spring Festival. The seeds can be processed before sowing.