Introduction
Gardenia is an excellent potted ornamental flower and tree. It has green leaves, pleasant floral fragrance, and a long flowering period. It is very popular among flower lovers. Summer is the "home field" of gardenias. Today I will introduce you to a gardenia variety that is worth growing. Friends who like to grow flowers can take a look.
1. Understanding " Peony Gardenia "
Peony Gardenia
In many people's perception, "Gardenia" is just a kind of flower. In fact, there are many varieties of Gardenia. The one introduced today, The name is "Peony Gardenia", also known as large-leaved and double-petaled Gardenia. It is an excellent variety that is widely planted. It is mainly famous for its advantages such as large leaves and flowers. It is found in gardens and green belts in the south, and mostly in the north. Ornamental potted plants.
The plant shape is beautiful
The appearance characteristics of peony and gardenia are very obvious. First of all, the leaves are relatively large, chubby and wide-leaf type. The leaves are smooth and green with clear lines. They are small shrub plants. When planted on high ground, they can grow to It is more than 30 meters tall, has good branching, and has a compact tree shape. It is very suitable for planting in flower pots. The height of potted plants is usually 30-40 cm. It can be placed on balconies, windowsills, corridors, corridors and other scenes for viewing and decoration.
Extra large flowers
Peony and gardenia, the flower lives up to its name. Its flowers are much larger than ordinary ones, and the flower diameter can reach more than 10 centimeters. The flowers are double-petaled, round and full, just like the graceful and luxurious peonies. The shiny leaves complement each other and have high ornamental value.
The side face is more like a peony
Flower friends are divided in terms of floral fragrance. Some people say that peony and gardenia are very fragrant, while others think it is not fragrant. According to the author's personal test, the floral fragrance of peony and gardenia is okay, slightly better than ordinary gardenia. Zihua is lighter and has a sweet fragrance, not too strong but not light, just right. If placed indoors, the whole house will be filled with that faint fragrance, and it will not be too strong to choke people.
The flowers are considerable.
This may be because the flowers are too large and require too much nutrients to bloom. The flowering ability of peonies and gardenias is weaker than ordinary ones. The flowering period usually does not start until May or June, and it will almost arrive in October. It blooms repeatedly for many times, and the amount of flowers is also considerable. Where there are branches, there must be flowers, and it is easy to fill the branches with flowers. However, the blooming time of each flower is different. Most flowers bloom one after another, and few bloom collectively at the same time. However, this is good, as it can extend the time of flower viewing.
Peony and gardenia are naturally hard-boiled
2. Peony and gardenia planting suggestions
Peony and gardenia are relatively easy to maintain and have strong adaptability to the environment. In the vast southern area south of the Yangtze River, extensive care is no problem. Our park , there are a lot of green plants planted in the green belt, and they can grow well even if no one takes care of them. Flower lovers in the north mainly need to pay attention. Here are some suggestions:
Excellent indoor potted green plants
Flower pots: It is best to use plastic pots, benefits There are two, one is that it is light and easy to move, and the other is that it has good air permeability. Compared with ceramic pots, it is more beneficial to the growth of the root system. The flower pot does not need to be too large, and it is directly related to the size of the seedlings;
Soil: planting jasmine, Gardenias all need acidic soil. The soil in the north is alkaline. You can add some ferrous sulfate, aluminum sulfate and other substances to adjust the acid-base ratio. The pH value is suitable between 4.0-6.5, and it needs to be loose and breathable. It has good properties, is rich in humus, and gardeners who don’t know how to mix it with soil can also use special gardenia soil directly;
Suitable environment: It needs to be placed in a sunny place and exposed to more sun. The more it is exposed, the better it will grow and the flowers will bloom more. Be diligent and cannot be placed in the shade for a long time;
Watering: In spring and autumn, follow the principle of "seeing dryness and seeing wetness". Water when the soil is dry. In summer and winter, you may also need to spray water mist on the leaves to increase the growth rate. Humidity;
Fertilization: Gardening soil is used as the culture medium, so it is not necessary to fertilize. If it is to promote growth and flowering, you can pour some thin fertilizer. Apply thin fertilizer frequently, and do not use thick fertilizer;
Summer: OK in summer With normal maintenance, there is no problem of "difficulty surviving the summer";
Tips for humidifying in winter
Overwintering: Peony and gardenia have average cold resistance, and can only withstand minus 10 degrees Celsius at the lowest. It is recommended that those grown in flower pots be moved when the temperature is below 0 degrees. Back indoors, in the north, because the heating is turned on in winter and the indoor humidity is low, it needs to be placed to increase the humidity. You can give it a bucket, add water to the bottom of the bucket, and put in supports such as bricks and small stools to place the potted plants. This can partially improve the air. Humidity allows plants to survive the winter in dry indoors. This method is also suitable for southern plants such as jasmine and camellia.
summary: Peony and gardenia are loved because of their large, beautiful flowers and rich fragrance. They are hard-skinned by nature and are not difficult to cultivate. If you master the method, novices can grow them well. You can watch the leaves at ordinary times, and enjoy the flowers and smell the fragrance when they bloom. It is a rare potted plant. Friends who like gardenias can try it.
