How to cultivate purple cicada flower

Purple cicada flower growing conditions

Purple cicada flower likes high temperature environment, and the suitable growth temperature is between 23-30 degrees. It likes sunny environment, but it is not resistant to direct sunlight and needs shade. It is suitable for growing in loose, fertile and nutrient-rich red soil.

How to grow purple cicada flowers

The purple cicada flower can be repotted in March or April in spring. Note that you can change the soil when repotting, and then choose some fertile and well-drained soil. At the end of the flowering period, you should do a good job of pruning, cut off the dead flowers, and trim the dead and yellow branches and leaves, which can promote its healthy growth.

Watering the Purple Cicada Flower

Purple cicada flower likes a humid environment. Water it once every half a month in spring and summer. In autumn and winter, water it once a month. When there is a lot of rain, pay attention to drainage to avoid water accumulation and root rot.

Fertilization of Purple Cicada Flower

The growth of purple cicada flower requires the support of nutrients. During its rapid growth period, top dressing should be carried out once every half a month. Pay attention to applying thin fertilizers frequently, and do not use concentrated fertilizers or raw fertilizers.

Purple cicada flower disease and insect pest control

Common diseases of purple cicada flowers are rot and decay. Cut off the diseased leaves as soon as possible, disinfect the soil with quicklime, and then spray chlorothalonil and thiophanate-methyl for prevention.

How to grow purple cicada flowers at home

Purple cicada flower grows better in fertile, acidic, well-drained soil. If conditions permit, it can also be cultivated in prepared soil. The maintenance environment must have enough light, and reasonable shading should be provided in summer. It can be exposed to direct sunlight at other times. It is suitable for growing in a place with a temperature of 23-30℃, not exceeding 35℃ and not lower than 15℃. It can be watered once every half a month in spring and summer, and once a month in autumn and winter.

Purple cicada flower maintenance precautions

The flowering period of purple cicada flower can last up to three to four months. It is recommended to apply some fertilizer before flowering to promote the flowering of the flowers and make them more ornamental. Since purple cicada flower likes sunlight, if the indoor light is good, then it can be maintained indoors, but if the light is poor, it should be avoided to be maintained indoors.