How to grow Catharanthus roseus
This article introduces how to grow Catharanthus roseus and its planting methods, as well as the introduction of green plant flowers for maintenance. Let's get to know them together.
Although Catharanthus roseus is very common, its blooming period is incredibly long. It starts flowering in summer, continues throughout the season, and then blooms throughout autumn. It is even easier to grow than orchids, succulents, or dracaena. Catharanthus roseus can also produce seeds, which can be collected and saved for sowing next year. It is not very afraid of direct sunlight and can bloom profusely every day with a lush plant shape. Especially when planting Catharanthus roseus of two or more colors in a pot on a windowsill, the mixed colors look very beautiful and fresh, with flourishing and green leaves, making it a bright landscape in summer. So, how can we grow a potted Catharanthus roseus well?
How can we make it more beautiful and lush?
I. Use the right soil for growing Catharanthus roseus
Loose, well-draining soil is best, so even if you water a bit more, it won't matter. As for how to mix the soil, it doesn't need to be too strict. Add some nutrient-rich leaf mold or peat, and then some garden soil and particles. Mix it as fertile, loose, and well-draining as possible.
Especially for Catharanthus roseus grown indoors, never use sticky soil. If you add sticky soil, do not add too much, no more than one-third, so that water can quickly渗透 down each time you water, without积水 or easy compaction.
II. Pay attention to watering when growing potted Catharanthus roseus
In high summer temperatures, above 30 degrees, you can water a bit more. If it rains a lot or the plant is always kept indoors, be sure to ventilate more. Soil that is waterlogged for too long is not good; if the soil is slightly moist, there is no need to water anymore.
III. Top the Catharanthus roseus more often
When growing Catharanthus roseus, the seedlings must be topped. During the growing period, top it about three to four times to get more flowering branches and side buds. The branches don't need to be too long. If you want the flowering period to be longer, you can top it fewer times. If you want more flowers, top it more often.