How to plant heather seeds

1. Planting method

1. Sowing time

Other propagation methods of heather are generally carried out in summer, but the seed propagation method is always carried out in the vibrant spring, when various environmental conditions such as temperature and humidity are more suitable for the development of its seeds.

2. Temperature of sowing

The temperature for sowing heather generally needs to be kept at around 20 degrees Celsius, not lower than 15 degrees Celsius and not higher than 25 degrees Celsius. Generally speaking, if you keep this temperature, the seeds will germinate quickly.

3. Planting seeds

Heather seeds are usually planted indoors in pots. Generally, the harvested seeds are sown in flower pots, then covered with a thin layer of soil, and the flower pots are placed in an environment of 20 degrees Celsius. Generally, the seeds can be seen germinating in about twelve days.

2. Daily care methods

1. Water and fertilizer management

Generally speaking, it does not require much fertilizer, and if it is applied, it is best combined with watering. Heather cannot be watered 24 hours a day, and is generally watered in the morning. Fertilization is generally chosen before the heather blooms in August each year, which can promote the heather to bloom larger and more beautiful flowers. After the flowering period, do not apply fertilizer anymore, as this can easily cause the plant to have an excess of nutrients. When applying fertilizer, you generally need to apply flower fertilizer that contains all kinds of elements. This will make the nutrition more balanced and promote the growth of heather.

2. Soil requirements

The soil suitable for the growth of heather is generally fertile soil with a slightly acidic texture and more organic matter. It would be better if the soil has optimal air permeability and drainage, which is conducive to drainage and allows the roots of heather to extend and develop better.

The sowing method seems to be very simple, and it is also easy to cultivate. Heather is very suitable for growing indoors, so friends who like heather can plant it themselves, which will give them a greater sense of accomplishment.