How do you grow potted tree peonies? A detailed guide to care methods
How do you grow potted tree peonies? In our country's flower market, besides meeting the needs of greening and beautifying the environment, as our people's living standards improve, potted flowers will flow into households with unstoppable momentum, meeting people's need to beautify their home environment. Because of their large and gorgeous flowers, tree peonies carry the meaning of wealth and good fortune and are deeply welcomed by people. In particular, the development of techniques to force and control tree peony blooming has made it possible for tree peonies to bloom at New Year's Day, the Spring Festival and the Lantern Festival. Therefore, potted tree peonies have broad prospects in the flower market.
I. Selection of tree peony varieties
Choose varieties that are dwarf, highly adaptable, easy to cultivate and easy to bloom. When potted, the blooming rate of different varieties varies: the lowest is only 19%, while the highest reaches 100%. Varieties suitable for potting include Zhaofen, Luoyang Hong, Huhong, Lantian Yu, Qinglong Wo Mochi, Jizhua Hong, Meiren Hong, Luohan Hong, Ziyu and others.
How do you grow potted tree peonies:
I. Fertilizer and water management Because the tree peony's woody layer and fibrous layer are thin, the transport of water and nutrients is correspondingly slow, so topdressing fertilizer must not be too concentrated; you must apply thin fertilizer frequently and must never topdress with a concentrated solution. In autumn and winter, keep it on the dry side and do not pour large amounts of water. With too much water and concentrated fertilizer, the tree peony's fleshy root system cannot absorb it, which damages the root system; the following year the leaves turn yellow, no flowers can open, and over time the plant will die. Also spray Huadu Zhuangdiling to make the flower buds strong, the petals plump, the flower color vivid, the fragrance rich and the flowering period longer.
II. Pruning In winter, tree peony leaves stop growing and the plant enters the dormant period. You must promptly cut off diseased and insect-damaged branches, overlapping branches, twin branches, thin and weak branches, aged branches, inward-growing branches and leggy branches. Through thinning, heading back and removing suckers, the tree peony's lifespan is extended. Let the tree peony have ventilation and light, so it is less prone to pests and diseases, ensuring the tree's vigor does not decline and the branches are thick and the leaves lush.
III. Turning the soil In winter, dig and turn the soil layer so that the surface soil and deep soil are swapped, and turn and sun it several times in succession to make the soil loose and airy. Clear weeds and destroy insect eggs, and mix the residual parts of applied organic fertilizer, compound fertilizer, microbial fertilizer and so on evenly before use to reduce pests and diseases. You can promptly use pesticides mixed with Xin Gao Zhi Mo to prevent pests and diseases and protect the leaves.
How do you grow potted tree peonies: techniques you must read to grow tree peonies well
[How do you grow tree peonies]The wealth and splendor of the tree peony are admired by the world. I still remember that when I was a child, a neighbor planted several pots of tree peony seedlings, and because they did not understand the tree peony's growth habits, they placed all the tree peonies outside the yard in the dead of winter, causing all of them to die young. At the time, although I was only an onlooker, I was still full of sorrow. In my childhood impression, the tree peony was a particularly precious variety, and compared with Chinese roses and narcissus, it was harder to grow. After growing up, with the internet and various things being more convenient, I gained a deeper understanding of how to grow tree peonies, and only then understood why the neighbor's tree peonies died young back then: low temperatures caused it. Here, the Tubatu editor briefly and concisely tells everyone the key points for growing tree peonies:The tree peony's characteristics are the "four likes and four fears," namely: likes coolness and fears freezing, likes warmth and fears heat, likes light and fears shade, likes dryness and fears dampness.
The most suitable season for planting tree peonies:For potted tree peony cultivation, it is best to plant in September-October. For home cultivation, pay special attention to variety selection; compared with other varieties, tree peonies such as Luoyang Hong and Huhong are more suitable for potted cultivation, as they have somewhat stronger adaptability to the environment. For the plant, it is best to choose a 3-4 year old small tree peony grafted onto Chinese peony rootstock, or a divided seedling with 3-5 branches. Tree peonies can also be propagated by sowing, but with the sowing method of cultivation, it takes 4-5 years to bloom.
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The flowering period of tree peonies: April-May is the flowering period of tree peonies. With proper management, the normal flowering period is generally about 10 to 15 days; of course, there are also ones with a longer flowering period, about 20 days! The tree peony's flowering period is affected by climate and temperature. When tree peonies bloom, you can set up a canopy cover or temporarily place them indoors to avoid direct sunlight; this can prolong the flowering period. For main branches whose terminal buds are leaf buds, these should be removed to avoid leggy growth and affect blooming. To make tree peonies bloom vividly, during the flowering period you can spray the leaves 2-3 times with a 0.5%-1% potassium dihydrogen phosphate solution.
How to manage tree peonies after the flowering period:After the flowers fade, promptly remove the flowers and prune the branches. Cut according to the tree's natural growth and in combination with the tree shape you want, and at the same time apply a callus antiseptic film to the pruning cuts to protect the wounds and prevent pathogenic bacteria from invading and infecting. If you want the plant low and the flower clusters dense, then head back more heavily to inhibit branch expansion and root sucker formation; generally it is suitable to retain 5-6 branches per plant.
The main reasons for the low survival rate of potted tree peonies are: 1. Improper temperature control. 2. Improper fertilization. 3. Light conditions.
After flowering -- Weizi tree peony
The growth habits of tree peonies
1. When growing tree peonies in the south, pay special attention to factors such as temperature, watering, light and fertilization.The tree peony is a deep-rooted deciduous shrub flower. It likes sunlight, tolerates cold, loves a cool environment and avoids high temperatures and muggy heat, and is suitable for growing in loose, fertile, well-drained sandy soil (it is advisable to choose a mixed soil of sandy soil and cake fertilizer, or a culture soil thoroughly mixed with fully decomposed barnyard manure, garden soil and coarse sand in a 1:1:1 ratio). Because the tree peony's roots are relatively long and the plant is relatively large, it is suitable for ground planting; if you want to pot it, you should choose a large earthenware pot with good water permeability, with a pot depth of more than 30 cm. It is best to use an earthenware vat 60-70 cm deep. The weather in the south is hot and dry; in summer when temperatures are high, prevent the tree peony from being exposed to the scorching sun and promptly take cooling measures. Some flower enthusiasts report that the tree peonies they planted do not bloom; here is a reminder: if the temperature is not controlled well and it is allowed to overheat and drop leaves, this will seriously affect future blooming.
2. The phenomenon of root rot in tree peonies is often caused by improper watering.Generally, the potting soil for cultivating tree peonies should be like this: if there is too much water in the cultivation soil, its fleshy roots easily rot. When encountering continuous rainy weather, drain promptly and never allow water to accumulate at the roots. During continuous rainy days, move the potted plants indoors. In summer, basically do not water; in spring and autumn, as temperatures rise, generally water about once every 10 days. If one watering cannot reach the bottom of the pot, you can water in several portions until water seeps out from the bottom of the pot. After that, water depending on whether the potting soil is dry or wet. In summer, pay attention to watering; do not let the potting soil become too dry and affect plant growth; it is suitable for the potting soil to remain moist. Newly potted tree peonies must absolutely not be fertilized; only after half a year, once they have gradually adapted to the pot, may they be fertilized. Fertilization must not be too frequent; 2-3 times within a year is enough. In early March, when the flower buds and leaves extend, in order to increase and enlarge the flowers, you can fertilize once; in late May, just after the flowers fade, to supplement nutrients, you can fertilize once. It is advisable to use fermented and decomposed chicken manure water or soybean cake water as fertilizer, with a fertilizer-to-water ratio of 30 %. Fertilization should be done on clear days, after the potting soil has become somewhat dry. Stop watering before applying. At the same time, be careful not to splash the fertilizer liquid onto the branches and leaves; if it has already been splashed on, rinse it clean with clear water.
Zhaofen tree peony
3. Improper fertilization can cause the phenomenon of yellowing tree peony leaves.Too much or too little fertilizer can cause leaves to turn yellow. Newly potted tree peonies must absolutely not be fertilized; only after half a year, once they have gradually adapted to the pot, may they be fertilized. During the growth period, loosen the soil frequently, and fertilization must not be too frequent; 2-3 times within a year is enough. In early March, when the flower buds and leaves extend, in order to increase and enlarge the flowers, you can fertilize once; in late May, just after the flowers fade, to supplement nutrients, you can fertilize once. It is advisable to use fermented and decomposed chicken manure water or soybean cake water as fertilizer, with a fertilizer-to-water ratio of 30 %. Fertilization should be done on clear days, after the potting soil has become somewhat dry. Stop watering before applying. At the same time, be careful not to splash the fertilizer liquid onto the branches and leaves; if it has already been splashed on, rinse it clean with clear water.
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4. If you do not pay attention to light, it can cause tree peonies to drop leaves.After potted tree peonies are transferred to normal management, they can be placed in a sunny spot to ensure they receive sufficient sunlight. The tree peony is a long-day plant that likes light and is somewhat tolerant of semi-shade. During the flowering process, the natural photoperiod is about 10-12 hours, so if forcing bloom in a greenhouse, the light duration should be extended as much as possible to reach more than 10 hours. Especially in the early and middle stages, if light is insufficient for a long time below 8 hours, the flower buds will stop developing and gradually shrink, and even the leaves will stop growing, among which Huhong is particularly sensitive. Insufficient light hours are an important reason for the failure of forcing tree peonies to bloom.
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5. When growing tree peonies in the north, note:Although the tree peony is relatively cold-tolerant, in cold regions such as North China, around the Start of Winter, it should be moved indoors and placed in a sunny spot in the room, with the room temperature kept at around 0°C. The next year, it should not be moved out too early; it must wait until around Qingming before being moved out. In less cold regions, you can choose a wind-sheltered spot and bury the flower pot in the soil so that the pot surface is level with the ground, to maintain the potting soil's moisture and temperature and also ensure the tree peony overwinters safely. After the tree peony buds in the following spring, dig the tree peony out from the ground together with the pot and carry out normal management.
6. Tree peony pest and disease control:Common tree peony diseases are brown spot disease, root rot and scale insects. When brown spot disease occurs, brown or black spots appear on the leaf surface; Bordeaux mixture can be sprayed 1-2 times per month, and if the condition is severe, it can be sprayed 3 times. Leaves that are more severely infected should be cut off and burned to prevent spread. If root rot is found, the diseased roots should be cut off and burned, and some sulfur powder should be sprinkled in the planting hole when planting. For scale insects, spraying with 40% omethoate emulsifiable concentrate plus 1500 times water solution has a relatively good effect.
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What is the flower meaning of the tree peony
Tree peony flower meaning: completeness, deep affection, wealth .
Autumn peony flower meaning: life, expectation, faint love
Red peony flower meaning: the red flower with broad, generous petals is called the king of a hundred flowers; its flower meaning is 'wealth', and its attribute is fire.
Purple peony flower meaning: the peony with purple petals has the flower meaning 'embarrassment', and its attribute is dark
White peony flower meaning: noble and pure, dignified and elegant, with ten thousand charms, national beauty and heavenly fragrance
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Erqiao tree peony
The effects and uses of tree peonies
Medicinal value: Tree peony bark has the effects of invigorating blood, removing blood stasis and clearing heat and cooling blood. It is often used for anti-inflammatory and analgesic purposes, to promote menstruation, and to lower blood pressure; it mainly treats blood-heat rashes, nosebleeds, heat-disease vomiting of blood, symptoms of internal heat, acute appendicitis, allergic rhinitis, neurodermatitis, high blood pressure, pain from traumatic blood stasis, menstrual abdominal pain or menstrual pain caused by blood stasis, and so on. The root can harmonize and calm the blood, remove vexing heat, strengthen the tendons and bones, and treat sores, swellings and toxic conditions, and so on. The leaves and stems can treat dermatitis, and the stems also have a sedative effect. The tree peony's fragrance can adjust physiological discomfort, promote blood circulation and relieve women's physiological pain.
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