Cultivation methods and precautions of chrysanthemum

1. Maintenance methods

1. Soil: It has certain requirements for soil, and only loose, fertile sandy soil is suitable for it. The soil should be acidic and disinfected before planting.

2. Water: Generally, you can water it once before 10 am or after 6 pm to completely soak the soil. The soil should be moist without any stagnant water. If any stagnant water is found, it must be drained out in time.

3. Light: Chrysanthemum needs long-term exposure to light to grow better. If conditions permit, it can be placed outdoors to allow it to fully receive light, and try to keep the light time more than ten hours.

4. Nutrients: It likes nitrogen fertilizer the most, especially during the period when flower buds are forming. Applying more fertilizer to it can make the flower buds grow more and better.

2. Breeding techniques

1. Grafting: The most suitable time for grafting is from June to July, and the grafted rootstock should be Artemisia australis. Cut off the upper part of the rootstock flatly, cut the rootstock in the middle, place the scion in the middle of the cut rootstock, clamp it tightly with plastic film, and then water it plenty of times. It will survive after ten days.

2. Pruning: Pruning basically depends on personal preference. Just prune it into the shape you want. It is very easy to shape. If it appears thin, pinch it more to promote the growth of side branches.

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

1. Aphids: Aphids may appear throughout the growth process of the plant and will damage its petals and young shoots, causing its petals to turn yellow and deform and shortening the flowering period. It is necessary to spray it with carbofuran in time.

2. Brown spot disease: When the disease occurs, spots will appear on its leaves. They are round yellow or purple-brown spots. In severe cases, the leaves will turn yellow and fall off. It is also necessary to spray with carbendazim in time for prevention and control.

IV. Other issues

1. Can it be given as a gift: It is a chrysanthemum variety with high ornamental value. Because it is a grafted variety, it can bloom colorful flowers, which can make the viewer happy and is very suitable for giving as a gift.

2. Can it be exposed to rain? It is a plant famous for its flowers. In order to protect its flowers, it is still necessary to avoid rain. If placed on the balcony or outdoors, remember to bring it back indoors before it rains.