How to grow narcissus? Detailed guide to cultivation methods and precautions
1. Soil
Narcissus is highly adaptable to soil and can be grown in anything except very barren land, but it most prefers loose-textured, well-structured soil with strong water retention. It can also be grown in water; at the beginning of water culture, the water needs to be changed once a day, and after a period of time, once every two or three days.
2. Temperature
The growing temperature requirement for narcissus is 10-15°C. Under normal water culture, it will bloom in 45-50 days, and the flowering period lasts more than a month. Generally, narcissus bulbs are purchased one month before the Spring Festival, and after planting, they bloom around the Spring Festival. If there is a lot of rainy weather before and after flowering, with temperatures fluctuating up and down and insufficient light, supplementary lighting is needed to meet the growth needs of the narcissus.
3. Water
During the vigorous growth and development period, narcissus must be supplied with water in a timely manner and watered frequently. After the maturation stage, the water requirement is not so great, and the amount of water can be appropriately reduced.
4. Light
The light requirement for narcissus is ordinary; as long as there are 10 hours of light per day, it is fine. During the growth stage, it likes plenty of light, and sufficient light is beneficial for the plant's assimilation and accumulation of nutrients. During autumn and winter, there are generally more sunny days, with short days and long nights, so this meets the light requirements of the narcissus.
Narcissus can be planted either in soil or in water, whichever you choose. The editor personally feels that narcissus should grow in water, and often buys a few narcissus bulbs one month before the Spring Festival, but several times around the Spring Festival they did not bloom. So let's take a look together at the reasons why narcissus does not bloom!
Cultivation methods for narcissus
In this article, let's learn together about the cultivation methods for narcissus. Most of what we commonly call narcissus is Zhangzhou narcissus, but some flower lovers may mean daffodil, so for the convenience of flower lovers, we will discuss these two types of narcissus separately.
First, let's look at two pictures. The first is Zhangzhou narcissus, and the second is daffodil.
Cultivation methods for narcissus——Zhangzhou narcissus
In the vast majority of cases, Zhangzhou narcissus is grown hydroponically, but it can also be planted in soil. The reason hydroponic cultivation is more common is that it looks better and is relatively cleaner, so flower lovers can choose freely.
Hydroponic cultivation:The narcissus that flower lovers buy mostly has mud on it and old skin on the surface, which affects its appearance, so flower lovers should clean off the old skin and also remove the dried parts of the roots. After removing the soil and old skin on the surface, soak it in clean water to remove the remaining soil on the surface, and then it can be put into a pot. When growing narcissus hydroponically, do not put too much water in the pot; just enough to reach the roots, because too much water will rot the bulb.
After all this is done, we can wait for the narcissus to sprout. Just place the narcissus in a well-ventilated environment and add water when there is less of it. Here it should be briefly mentioned that if the ambient temperature is high, the narcissus will grow very quickly and bloom relatively early, so flower lovers should try to give the narcissus enough light, which can prevent leggy growth. In addition, if you want to extend the flowering period, then you should appropriately lower the temperature.
Soil planting:Although soil planting is relatively uncommon in the cultivation of narcissus by flower lovers, those who are interested can try it. The planting method is very simple. It is recommended to plant in sandy soil (nutrient soil or other prepared soil is also fine, as long as it drains and breathes well). As for depth, it is relatively flexible; you can cover with about 1 cm of soil, then water thoroughly, and that's it!
Cultivation methods for narcissus——daffodil
The cultivation method for daffodil is exactly the opposite of Zhangzhou narcissus. In China, daffodil is mostly planted in soil and less often grown hydroponically. In addition, if daffodil is grown hydroponically, it is relatively difficult for it to bloom again the next year, but if it is planted in soil, then it is relatively easy. Perhaps this is why many flower lovers choose soil planting. Because a moderator previously summarized a very detailed daffodil tutorial, we will not elaborate further here. The link is attached:
"A Very Simple Guide to Growing Daffodil"
Narcissus planting Cultivation methods for narcissus, propagation methods for narcissus
Narcissus is different from other plants. Its leaves are slender, with white petals and yellow pollen. Placing it in the living room not only reflects the owner's elegant taste, but also beautifies your home life. The cultivation methods for narcissus are actually very simple. As long as you understand the cultivation methods for narcissus, its survival rate is also quite high. Let's go take a look at the cultivation methods for narcissus together!
Cultivation method one for narcissus: water culture method
The water culture method is the most convenient and also the most common method among the cultivation methods for narcissus. Before planting, you only need to remove the old roots and old stems of the narcissus, then place it in a bottle filled with water. It is worth noting that when growing narcissus by the water culture method, you should change the water for it every day and place it in a cool place. When it is about to bloom, place it in a place with sufficient sunlight.
Cultivation method two for narcissus: paddy field cultivation
The paddy field cultivation method is one of the cultivation methods for narcissus. The key point of the paddy field cultivation method is to choose soft land, then irrigate the land to mature the soil below, and add a small amount of fertilizer to increase the nutrient content of the land and reduce the harm of pests and diseases. After that, plant the narcissus in the paddy field.
Cultivation method three for narcissus: sand culture method
The sand culture method is also one of the cultivation methods for narcissus. The key point of using the sand culture method lies in the choice of sand. To grow narcissus, you should choose fine sand and a pot with good breathability. After planting the narcissus in the sand pot, water it in a timely manner, and do not place it under the scorching sun to avoid a state of water deficiency.
Cultivation method four for narcissus: soil culture method
Among the cultivation methods for narcissus, many people also like to use the soil culture method, and the key point of using the soil culture method lies in the choice of soil. We should choose soft, pest-free humus soil. As with the water culture method, before planting we should first remove the old stems from its roots, then plant it, then water it appropriately and place it in a cool place.
Propagation methods for narcissus
There are many propagation methods for narcissus, such as side bulb propagation, side shoot propagation, twin-scale propagation, etc. The growth cycle of narcissus is different from other plants. Summer is its dormant period, while autumn and winter are the growth period of narcissus. During the growth period of narcissus, we should give it enough sunlight and water, and also apply an appropriate amount of fertilizer. In this way, once its nutrients keep up, its growth rate will naturally be faster.
Summary:
These are the common cultivation methods for narcissus. Once you know the cultivation methods for narcissus, you will not encounter so many problems when growing it in the future. If you also like narcissus, then first learn about the cultivation methods for narcissus, and then plant such a beautiful pot of flowers in your own home!
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