Cultivation methods and precautions of stinking chrysanthemum

The stinking chrysanthemum is also called stinking hibiscus or marigold. It is a plant of the genus Tagetes in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Mexico and is a beautiful and colorful ornamental flower plant. In recent years, it has also been very common in domestic flower markets. Some people like to buy it and grow it at home. However, the stinking chrysanthemum often dies because of the lack of understanding of its cultivation method. Today I will give a comprehensive introduction to its cultivation method, and let everyone know what to pay attention to when cultivating stinking chrysanthemums. After learning this knowledge, it will become very simple to cultivate stinking chrysanthemums.

Farming methods

1. Breeding environment

The vitality of stinking chrysanthemum is very strong. It is not demanding on the soil. Usually, you can choose loose sandy soil with good air permeability and drainage. This plant likes a warm and humid environment. It can be placed in a sunny place. It grows fastest when the outside temperature is between 20 and 30 degrees, but when the temperature is higher than 30 degrees, it will stop growing, and when the temperature is below ten degrees in winter, it will also enter a dormant period.

2. Fertilizer and water management

Fertilizer and water management is very important in the cultivation of stinking chrysanthemum. This plant likes water, but the amount of water should not be too much each time, as long as it is watered thoroughly. In addition, the demand for water of stinking chrysanthemum varies in different seasons. In summer, the temperature is high and the evaporation is fast, so more watering is needed. In winter, the water evaporates slowly, so the number of watering should be reduced. In addition, stinking chrysanthemum is a fertilizer-loving plant. During its growth period, it should be fertilized once a month. The fertilizer can be a compound fertilizer rich in nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium.

Breeding precautions

1. Pay attention to pruning

When cultivating stinking chrysanthemums, you must pay attention to timely pruning. After transplanting, you can pinch the tops several times to promote the growth of flower branches. In addition, after the stinking chrysanthemums bloom, you must promptly cut off the remaining flowers and overcrowded branches and leaves, so as to promote the growth of new branches and increase the number of flowers.

2. Pest and disease control

When growing stinking chrysanthemum, you should also pay attention to pest control. Leaf spot, leaf blight and powdery mildew are its most common diseases. Remove diseased branches and leaves in time, and spray medicine in time. In addition, during the growth period of this plant, it is also prone to pests such as aphids and armyworms. After the occurrence of pests, spraying malathion solution in time can eliminate the pests.