A Complete Guide to Planting Methods and Timing for Galsang Flowers

SummaryPlanting time: Galsang flowers are best planted in spring, from April to May. Planting method: Select high-quality seeds and plant them in soil mixed with river sand, peat soil and leaf mold. Before sowing, disinfect the soil with a fungicide. During the growing period, keep the soil moist, watering once every 3-4 days. They can be placed in a spot with ample light for care, with appropriate shading in summer. Apply ordinary organic fertilizer once every 25 days, and in summer and autumn promptly pinch out the growing tips and prune the branches and leaves.

I. Planting Time

1. The flowers produced by Galsang flowers are very beautiful, so they are much loved by flower enthusiasts, but most growers do not know how to plant Galsang flowers. Since the planting time of each plant differs, if you want to grow Galsang flowers well, you first need to master the appropriate planting time.

2. Galsang flowers are generally planted in spring, from April to May, because the temperature during this period is more suitable for the growth of Galsang flowers, and the germination rate after planting will also be relatively high.

II. Selecting Seeds

The flowering period of Galsang flowers is around June to September. The flowers that bloom also vary in color and have very high ornamental value, and can be used to decorate the surrounding environment. However, most growers do not know the planting method for Galsang flower seeds. Generally, Galsang flowers can be sown by taking seeds from the flowers when the flowering period is nearly over, or by directly purchasing seeds from the market for sowing, which is more convenient and quick.

III. Choosing Soil

Before planting Galsang flowers, you need to prepare suitable soil. Galsang flowers like to grow in soil that is fertile, loose, breathable and well-draining. During this time, you can mix coarse sand, leaf mold and garden soil in a ratio of 1:1:1 for growing, or mix river sand, peat soil and leaf mold in a ratio of 2:5:3 for growing.

IV. Sowing Method

Before sowing, disinfect the soil with a fungicide, then scatter the seeds in the soil. During this period, keep the soil moist. After about 60 days, they can be transplanted into pots, and the soil should be watered thoroughly, then placed in a sunny place for growing.

V. Ample Light

Galsang flowers need ample light during the growing period, which helps the plants absorb more nutrients, makes the flowers bloom more vividly, and also prevents Galsang flowers from becoming leggy. If they are grown in a shady place, the leaves of Galsang flowers will lose their luster and the number of flowers will decrease. Generally, appropriate shading is needed in summer, because Galsang flowers are not suitable for growing under strong light, otherwise the leaves will be scorched.

VI. Suitable Temperature

Galsang flowers are not tolerant of severe cold. The suitable growing temperature is 18-25°C. If the temperature is below 10°C, the growth of Galsang flowers will slow down. If the temperature is below 5°C, Galsang flowers will suffer cold damage, affecting their normal growth and causing a decline in yield; in severe cases, it may cause the entire Galsang flower plant to die. Therefore, in winter, the temperature needs to be adjusted to above 10°C, which helps Galsang flowers overwinter safely.

VII. Watering and Fertilizing

After Galsang flowers take root and sprout, management work needs to be done well. During this period, give ample light and provide shading in summer. Do not water too much each time; water about once every 3-4 days, keeping the soil in a moist state. Although Galsang flowers need ample nutrients, a large amount of fertilizer is not needed during the seedling stage. During this period, apply ordinary organic fertilizer once every 20-25 days.

VIII. Pinching Treatment

Galsang flowers grow very quickly, especially in summer and autumn. During this period, pinching treatment is needed. You can cut off all side branches and strongly growing branches, which helps reduce nutrient consumption, promotes more robust growth of Galsang flowers, produces more beautiful flowers, and increases their ornamental value.