How to grow southern flowers well in the north

We all know that in our country, the environments of the south and the north are very different, and this also leads to different growth habits of flowers in the south and the north. But there are still many varieties of flowers with strong adaptability. So how can you grow southern flowers well in the north? The editor has compiled four relevant methods for you, and flower lovers who need them can learn from them.

Southern flowers

1. Increase air humidity. Because the air humidity in the north is low, most southern flowers cannot adapt to dry air, so increasing air humidity is very important. According to measurements by the relevant department, during cultivation in the Beijing area, in addition to reasonable watering, measures to increase spraying are also needed. During the dry season with little rain and the hot summer flower-growing period, water should often be sprinkled on the leaf surfaces and the ground to increase air humidity. This measure can effectively prevent phenomena such as dry tips on young leaves or scorched leaf edges. For a small number of precious flowers, in winter a plastic film cover should also be put on, which can not only keep warmth and moisture, but also prevent dust and keep the plants clean and fresh.

2. Improve the pH of soil and water. Northern soil tends to be alkaline, while southern soil tends to be acidic. Carefully preparing a loose, fertile, slightly acidic growing soil suitable for the growth of southern flowers, and choosing soft water with less salt, while also frequently applying alum fertilizer water and the like during the flower growth period to make the potting soil acidic, is an important part of growing southern flowers well.

3. Pay attention to appropriate shading in summer. In most areas of the north, the summer sunlight is intense. If southern flowers are placed in direct strong light for care at this time, it is very easy to cause sunscald. Therefore, after the beginning of summer, different shading or changes in the placement of flower pots should be given according to the light preference of the flowers, avoiding direct strong sunlight, so that they can grow robustly. In summer, shade sheds can be built with reeds or bamboo blinds, making the light transmittance 30%-50%, which can improve light intensity and benefit the growth of southern flowers.

4. Pay attention to warmth and cold protection in winter. In most areas of the north, by early to mid-October, potted flowers need to be moved successively into greenhouses for care. After being brought indoors, they should be placed in different positions according to the different requirements of different types of flowers for light and temperature. Generally, the minimum winter temperature for flowers needs to be kept above 10°C.