How to grow double-petaled crabapple

The double-petaled begonia is the best among all the begonias. This plant has layers of petals and a variety of colors. It has a particularly long flowering period and a high ornamental value. It is also the favorite of many flower lovers. However, it is not easy to grow a double-petaled begonia. You must know how to grow it, what environment and climate it likes, and how to water and fertilize it correctly. The following is a detailed introduction to its cultivation knowledge, and you can take a closer look.

1. Soil breeding environment

Double-petaled Begonia should be cultivated in fertile soil, preferably a mixture of river sand and leaf mold, and sufficient base fertilizer should be applied after planting. Double-petaled Begonia is a plant that is afraid of heat and cold. It must be placed in a suitable environment when cultivated. In summer, it should be moved to a cool place, and in winter, it should be moved to a warm room.

2. Watering and fertilizing

Watering and fertilizing are two important conditions for growing double-petaled begonias. This plant likes a humid environment. During its peak growth season, it should be watered in time to keep the soil moist, but water should not accumulate in the pot, otherwise its roots will rot. During the growth period, the double-petaled begonia does not require much fertilizer. It is usually sufficient to fertilize once every 2 to 3 months. However, before it enters the flowering period, it should be topdressed with phosphorus and potassium fertilizers in time to improve the quality of flowering.

3. Timely pinching

Daily management is also very important when growing double-petaled crabapples. After the flowers fade, be sure to remember to pinch off the tips and remove the dead flowers. Only in this way can you promote the growth of new branches and make the double-petaled crabapple grow more vigorously, allowing it to bloom more beautiful flowers next time.

4. Disease prevention and control

When cultivating double-petaled crabapples, you should also pay attention to disease prevention and control. This plant often suffers from root rot and stem rot after entering the hot and dry weather in summer. In the early stage of the disease, you should reduce the amount of watering and spray carbendazim in time. During this period, observe more. If the condition does not improve, you can spray carbendazim several times and stop after the disease disappears.