How to Care for Peony to Keep It Alive
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“The clouds dream of clothing, the flowers dream of appearance, the spring breeze刷the fence, the dew is rich.” This is Li Bai's famous poem, in which the magnificence of peony is praised for the magnificence of Yang Guifei. Since then, peony has enjoyed the reputation of national color and fragrance. Since records began, peony flowers have been widely loved by the people and are still deeply favored. Therefore, here are some methods for the cultivation of peony flowers.
One, Choose Soil
Peonies prefer loose, fertile, and well-ventilated alkaline soil. You can mix humus soil, river sand, and slag soil in a ratio of 5:2:1. This mixed soil can not only ensure the nutrients needed for the growth of peony flowers but also has good drainage performance, meeting the growth requirements of peonies.
Two, Water and Fertilizer Management
If it is a new plant, do not fertilize within the first half-year of cultivation to avoid fertilizer damage. Before and after the flowers bloom, you can apply a diluted organic fertilizer once to supplement nutrients. Add another one before winter to prepare for the winter, generally applying 500-750 grams of organic fertilizers like chicken manure or cake fertilizer per pot. Peony flowers generally follow the watering principle of "water thoroughly when dry." You can water more when the weather is hot, and once every one or two weeks when the temperature is low, keeping the soil slightly dry.
Three, Light and Temperature
Peony flowers love light and are intolerant of low temperatures. In spring and autumn when the temperature is not too high and the light is not too harsh, they can be placed outdoors to receive sunlight. If it is summer, the high temperature can easily burn the leaves, so it is necessary to provide appropriate shade to protect the healthy growth of peonies. In winter, place them in a room with a temperature above 0 degrees Celsius.
The above information on how to care for peonies to keep them alive and the specific content of peony cultivation and management are provided for your reference.