How to grow desert roses How to grow desert roses

The desert rose has bright colors, rich fragrance, and unique shape. It is an ornamental flower with extremely high ornamental value in the flower market. However, many people have heard that the desert rose is particularly difficult to grow, so they dare not try. In fact, this plant has strong vitality. As long as you master its cultivation method, you can easily grow it. The following is a detailed introduction to the cultivation method of the desert rose. People who like this plant can focus on it.

How to grow Desert Rose

1. Cultivation points

Desert rose can be cultivated in many ways. Sowing and cuttings are the most common cultivation methods. Both methods are suitable for spring every year. When Desert rose is propagated by sowing, it takes a long time to cultivate. If it is propagated by cuttings, it can be quickly divided. After the cuttings are inserted into the seedbed, they can take root in 30 days and then be planted directly in the flowerpot.

2. Change the plant shape

The desert rose plant is prone to having branches that grow too long when it is cultivated. The best way to deal with this is to graft it. Grafting can be used to change its appearance. During normal grafting, all its branches can be cut off according to the height of the desert rose and in a certain shape, and then grafted using the cleft grafting method. This can greatly increase the ornamental value of the desert rose.

3. Water appropriately

Desert rose is a plant that is particularly drought-resistant. It must be watered in moderation. It must not be overwatered, otherwise it will cause the roots of the desert rose to rot and its branches to grow too long. However, after the hot summer weather, the desert rose consumes a lot of water. The frequency of watering should be increased appropriately. As long as there is no water accumulation in the flowerpot and the soil in the pot is kept moist, it will be fine.

4. Timely pruning

When growing Desert Rose, it is also necessary to prune it in time, because the branches of this plant grow very fast. If they are not pruned in time, its ornamental value will decrease. After each flowering period is the best time to prune Desert Rose. At this time, you can make choices based on its appearance and personal preferences, and you can prune it into the shape you like.