How to sow French marigold? Let me teach you the correct sowing method
I. Sowing time
There is no clear rule that French marigold must be sown at a particular time; it can be sown in all four seasons of the year. In the south, for example, there are manufacturers that specialize in selling French marigold, and they sow very large quantities, generally choosing to sow in July-August, so that by the National Day on October 1, it is also the time when French marigold flowers bloom most brilliantly.
In the north, many people sow in spring. In fact, if the temperature is above 15°C, sowing can generally be carried out.
II. Sowing method
1. Prepare a foam box and fill it with a growing medium. It is best to use loose soil with relatively good fertility; after sterilization treatment, it can be put into the box and sown.
2. After scattering the seeds, moisten the soil with a spray bottle; slightly moist is enough, as too wet will affect the germination rate. Cover with a thin layer of soil, then add a layer of vermiculite on top. Keep the temperature at room temperature of around 24°C.
The above is an introduction to sowing French marigold. Next, let us look at how French marigold should be cared for after the seedlings emerge!
How to grow French marigold - sharing the growing methods for French marigold
French marigold is an herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. Its flowers are brightly colored and rich, as gorgeous as a peacock spreading its tail. So how do you grow French marigold? Next, Xiao Qi will share the growing methods for French marigold.
I. How to care for French marigold
French marigold is relatively cold-tolerant, and it can withstand the attack of early frost. In the midsummer heat, the flower quantity is relatively small. The seedling-raising period is short. From sowing to flowering takes only 70 days. For early spring seedling raising in a greenhouse, no heating is needed. After the late frost, plant it in courtyards, flower beds, or pots. Seeds that fall on the ground can grow on their own under suitable temperature and humidity conditions.
II. Growing methods for French marigold
1. Light: French marigold is a sun-loving plant. Both growth and flowering require sufficient sunlight, and sufficient light also helps prevent the plant from growing leggy. However, in our province from July to September, direct sunlight should be avoided, and shading and cooling should be provided around noon.
2. Temperature: After French marigold is potted, the temperature can be reduced from 22°C to 18°C. After a few weeks, it can be reduced to 15°C. Before and after flowering, it can be as low as 12-14°C. Generally speaking, as long as it is above 5°C, it will not suffer cold damage, and it can grow well between 10°C and 30°C.
3. Watering: The key to water management for French marigold is to use a well-drained medium. Although keeping the medium moist is important, proper drying before each watering is necessary. Of course, the medium must not be allowed to become too dry and cause the plant to wither.
4. Fertilizing: For French marigold grown in soil, a compound fertilizer can be mixed in an appropriate amount as a base fertilizer before the medium is put into pots. If fertility is insufficient, 20-10-20 and 14-0-14 fertilizers can be used.
5. Pest and disease control: French marigold has relatively few pests and diseases, but in greenhouse production, moth larvae during early growth will nibble on new leaves. Regular inspections are needed, and once any are found, pesticide should be sprayed for control.
The above isthe growing methods for French marigoldshared. French marigold is an ornamental flowering plant with excellent ornamental value and is very suitable for home cultivation. I hope the above content is helpful to everyone.
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How to grow French marigold - the flower language of French marigold
Many people may find French marigold unfamiliar, but some may have heard of its aliases. French marigold is also called French marigold (French marigold), with aliases yellow chrysanthemum and small marigold, and it also belongs to the Asteraceae family. French marigold is suitable for planting in flower beds and is increasingly welcomed by people, often used as a flower for decorating celebrations.
French marigold is also a common plant cultivated in home courtyards. It is mainly distributed in Yunnan, Guizhou, and Sichuan, and mainly grows on hillsides at an altitude of 750-1600 m. It is a relatively short plant. French marigold also has the habit of opening toward the sun and closing tightly at sunset, so it is also commonly known as "sunflower." The growth of French marigold has strong phototropism.
Propagation of French marigold: French marigold can be propagated by cuttings or by sowing. It can be sown during November and March. French marigold likes an environment with sufficient sunlight. It has no requirements for soil fertility and is relatively drought-tolerant, and also relatively drought-tolerant, but it is not tolerant of extreme heat. In extremely hot weather conditions, French marigold has fewer flowers, so attention should still be paid to the temperature of the growing environment for French marigold.
The effects and functions of French marigold are recorded in various medical classics. In the "Compilation of National Chinese Herbal Medicines," it is recorded that French marigold is used as medicine with the whole plant, tastes bitter, and mainly treats cough. Respiratory infections, clearing heat and draining dampness; in the "Guizhou Herbal Medicines," it is recorded that the whole plant of French marigold is harvested, mainly treating dysentery and cough, and the main method of administration is by decoction or grinding into powder; in the "Chinese Materia Medica," it is recorded that French marigold can be used fresh or after drying in the sun, and its main effects are also to relieve cough, treat dysentery, toothache, oral inflammation, etc.
French marigold is an herbaceous plant with medicinal value and can have different effects in different medicines. In "Lisu medicine," French marigold has the effect of treating respiratory infections, cough, dysentery, wind-fire eye pain, and can treat mastitis; in "Achang medicine," the effect of French marigold is also to cure respiratory infection diseases. Cough, etc.; in "Yi medicine," the main effect of French marigold is to treat snake bites, dizziness, cold with fever, and other symptoms. It is also recorded in various medical classics in our country.
The flower language of French marigold is: bright and sunny
French marigold has the habit of growing toward the sun and also has a sunny and straightforward side. French marigold is called the flower of Saint Francis of Chantal, symbolizing holiness. It is said that since ancient times, European Christians have connected saints with specific flowers, and French marigold is a flower that often blooms at the edge of altars, because it is called the "saint of the 17th century."
The above is the introduction for you on flower bed planting of French marigold and the flower language of French marigold. I hope it is helpful to you.