What is the best temperature for planting Zephyranthes?

Which month is suitable for planting rain orchids?

Zephyranthes is suitable for planting in spring, specifically between April and May. The climate in the south is relatively warm, so the planting time can be appropriately advanced. The temperature is best between 20 and 25 degrees. Zephyranthes can take root better in such a temperature environment, and the survival rate will be higher.

However, we must be careful to avoid the high temperatures in summer and low temperatures in winter, otherwise it will not only fail to germinate, but may even rot or get frostbitten.

How to plant Zephyranthes

1. When choosing potting soil for planting Zephyranthes, you should choose a pot with a certain height. If you are sowing, choose a pot with a height of about 10cm. If you are planting bulbs, choose a pot with a height of about 15cm. The pot should have a certain height so that Zephyranthes can easily grow small bulbs and bloom more in the future.

2. Remove the flowers: Some Zephyranthes cannot produce seeds and can only reproduce through bulbs. Therefore, if you want Zephyranthes to reproduce more plants, you must cut off the flowers that are about to wither in time to avoid nutrient consumption.

Points to note when planting Zephyranthes

1. Soil selection: You cannot plant Zephyranthes in sticky soil such as yellow mud. It is best to mix river sand and garden soil in a ratio of 2:1. You can apply a little thin fertilizer when planting, and Zephyranthes will grow better.

2. Adequate light: Zephyranthes requires strong light, so it is not suitable for indoor planting. Planting it near the window is not conducive to the growth of Zephyranthes. Zephyranthes grows better in a high temperature and high light environment.