How are herbaceous perennials cultivated? A full breakdown of the key technical points

I. Supplement sunlight

Before providing sunlight, you must first understand the type of plant and give appropriate sunlight to stimulate the flower's growth. Long-day plants need more than 14 hours of sunlight, while for some short-day plants, keeping the sunlight supply below 12 hours is enough. When natural light is insufficient, artificial supplemental lighting can be used, using incandescent light. This is a very important factor in cultivation, because it can determine whether the plant blooms.

II. Control water

Its perennial roots store water, so water supply must be controlled and not applied in excess. It can withstand short periods of drought, but once water is applied in excess, it easily makes the potting soil damp, causes the bulbs to rot, and also weakens the loosening and supply capacity.

III. Pay attention to temperature

There are many types of it, some can withstand cold and some cannot. For the types that cannot withstand cold, they should be moved indoors for care around October to avoid frost damage.

IV. Soil requirements

They cannot tolerate waterlogged conditions and have certain requirements for soil. Do not use heavy, non-draining soil, as it will cause the water inside to accumulate and be difficult to drain out. It is best to choose a soft-textured soil.