Choose this for autumn flower growing; it blooms all year round and is easier to care for than spider plant
More than half of autumn has already passed, and the weather is now cool with a gentle breeze, making it truly a great season for growing flowers. Many plants and flowers enter their growing period in autumn, with small buds and flower buds starting to pop out vigorously. If you do not hurry to grow a couple of pots at this time, you will have to wait until next year if you miss it.
As for what flower is best to grow in autumn, Huahua asked various experienced flower growers and got quite a few recommendations, and one of them really suits the heart. It is called begonia, and it truly broke Huahua's long-held impression that begonias are hard to grow, because this begonia not only has a long flowering period but is really easier to care for than spider plant!
1. Light
Like many sun-loving plants, begonia likes to grow in plenty of sunlight. Generally speaking, the more abundant the sunlight, the more vigorously the flower buds of begonia will open. Except when the summer sun is directly overhead and slight shading is needed, begonia can receive full sunlight during other periods. If grown in a dark place, begonia will show yellow leaves and dropping flower buds.
2. Watering
Begonia grows relatively quickly, so water must keep up as well. Maintaining a normal water supply is enough; do not let the potting soil become too dry or too wet. Spring and autumn are the peak growing seasons for begonia, and at this time you can appropriately increase the amount of watering a little. In summer and winter its growth slows down, so remember not to water too much, to avoid water accumulation and root rot.
3. Fertilizing
If you want to grow begonia well, then fertilizer is an indispensable part. Before planting, you need to apply enough base fertilizer at the bottom of the flower pot, and then add soil. When it reaches vigorous growth, it needs fertilizing once a week to ensure nutrients, and the fertilizer can be relatively dilute fertilizer water. Stop fertilizing after winter, because at this time begonia grows slowly and is prone to nutrient excess. There is also one point to remember: begonia must be fertilized after it drops its leaves, and you absolutely must not just go through the motions.
4. Temperature
This flower, begonia, is itself relatively tough and not too afraid of cold winter, but do not place it outdoors for care. In winter it can generally withstand a low temperature of minus five degrees, which compared with other begonias can indeed be called a "hero among women." However, although it is cold-resistant, that does not mean it grows more vigorously in cold conditions, so it is still best to keep it in a relatively warm environment as much as possible.
Finally, if you want begonia to grow well, we need to prune its branches regularly. When diseased or damaged branches are found, they must be pruned off without hesitation, otherwise they will absorb extra nutrients and cause slow growth. Well, after seeing this beautiful begonia, are you tempted? Hurry and get a pot while the weather is cool; placed at home it really is very pleasing to look at! If the broad community of flower lovers has any better recommendations, leave a message for Huahua!