A Detailed Guide to Growing and the Growth Habits of Golden Tickseed
The plant we are introducing today is called golden tickseed, also known as small cosmos, money chrysanthemum, and peacock chrysanthemum. It belongs to the genus Coreopsis in the aster family, and its homeland is Mexico. It is widely cultivated in China. Its appearance resembles the sunflower, and most of its flowers are orange-yellow. Each plant grows 60-80cm tall, with two layers of involucral bracts, the inner layer longer than the outer one. I believe everyone is quite familiar with golden tickseed. Today, let me tell you about how to grow golden tickseed and its habits. Let's take a look!
I. Seed Propagation of Golden Tickseed
Sowing time: Golden tickseed grows best when planted in cool seasons, so sow seeds for propagation in spring and autumn.
Seed germination: Soak the seeds in warm water for 3-10h until the seeds absorb water and swell.
Sowing and thinning: You can sow directly in the open ground and grow the seedlings in sandy loam. After the seeds sprout, promptly pull out the substandard seedlings, such as diseased and weak small seedlings, to improve the health of the remaining seedlings and give them room to grow. Once the seedlings have grown more than three leaves, they can be transplanted into pots.
Fertilizer and water management: Golden tickseed has high requirements for fertilizer and water. During the vigorous growth period, nutrients must be supplemented in time. Follow the principle of frequently applying nitrogen fertilizer and maintain a balance of nutrient elements. After flowering, solid fertilizer can be applied. The soil for golden tickseed must have good permeability and good drainage, and it should not be watered too much.
Plant management: If golden tickseed is not pinched, a single whole plant will grow very tall, so in order to allow the side branches to differentiate more, we need to top and pinch it. It can be pinched when the plant is ten meters tall. Golden tickseed is prone to aphids, so spray pesticides regularly for prevention and control, and place it in a ventilated and well-lit spot.
II. Key Points for Growing Golden Tickseed
When growing golden tickseed, keep air humidity and moisture sufficient. It cannot be grown in a very, very dry environment, and it must not be exposed to rain. Generally, keeping air humidity between 65%-75% is enough.
Habits of golden tickseed: It likes light, has good cold and drought tolerance, and does not have high soil requirements. When planted in fertile soil, it is very prone to leggy growth.
Golden tickseed sown in March-April will bloom in May-June. Sown in June, it blooms in September. If sown in autumn, when transplanting, take it with a soil ball and place it in a cold frame in late October to overwinter and protect the plant. Wait until the following spring for it to bloom.
Golden tickseed is also very good for ornamental garden use, and its appearance is deeply loved by people. Used as medicine, it can also clear heat and detoxify.
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