If you like potted herbs that bloom all seasons, you must try Sudan Fengxian, which is also called African Fengxian. It has many varieties of single and double petals, and the shapes of flowers are different, among which the double petal varieties are of double petal varieties. The most popular is that the petals are like small roses.
On the left is the single petal Sultan Impotence , and on the right is the double petal
, conditions for flowering
Sultan Impotence is native to the eastern region of Africa. They were originally grown in the shade of trees in the forest area. , the lighting requirement is not particularly sufficient. It requires proper shade in excessively hot summers. In other seasons, as long as the weather is cool, you can try to give enough sunshine.
The flowering period of Sudan Impatiens is particularly long. As long as the environment is warm, it can continue to bloom, especially in spring, summer and autumn. As long as the temperature remains at 18 to 28 degrees, it can bloom continuously.
. Purchase suggestions
Sudan Immortal Flower is also more suitable for buying it with a cooler weather, especially online shopping. If it is purchased in the hot summer, the condition will be relatively poor when you get it. It is not very resistant to transportation, and during the transportation process, it is not very resistant to transportation. , branches and leaves are prone to breaking, and it is a particularly fragile herb.
. Water it in time
Usually, when we maintain potted plants, Sudan Fengxian, we should also pay attention to replenishing water in time, and we should not let the soil be dehydrated frequently. If you find that its branches and leaves are drooping and the entire plant has wilted, it may be that it has not been there for too long. Water, or watering without thorough watering. In addition, if the soil is always wet and accumulated, the plant will also wilt.
Make sure to water the potted Sudan Fengxian completely, and do not just water a little. If the soil is dry very badly, even the soil is cracked, or there are gaps in the pot soil and the soil is clumped, you must support the soaking pot to allow the soil to completely absorb water, and then pick it up and drain the water.
, light
As long as the weather is not particularly hot, especially the temperature is below 33 degrees, you can try to give enough sunshine. The more light the better. After all, it is a flowering plant , although it is relatively shade-tolerant, and it has three hours a day The sunlight can also bloom, but if there is more than 6 to 8 hours of soft light every day, it will have better flowering performance.
When the temperature is high and the sun is strong, pay attention to appropriate shade at noon and afternoon. In autumn and winter, when the weather is relatively cool, the light is not particularly strong, and more sun exposure can also promote the differentiation of its flower buds.
5. Fertilization
If you want the Sudan Immortal flowers to bloom continuously, you must fertilize them frequently. It is a flowering plant and has a great demand for moisture and light. You must also fertilize them frequently to ensure a greater flowering volume.
Especially when Sudan Impatiens first started to breed flower buds, it basically supplements flower-promoting fertilizer every 7 days, including the common potassium dihydrogen phosphate and Huaduoduo No. 2, and other flower-promoting fertilizers can also be used.
6, soil
The soil for planting Sudan Fengxian should be as loose and breathable as possible, and the drainage should be good. Do not use too sticky soil to cultivate, especially on windowsills or balcony. You can choose the common peat soil , perlite , coconut bran and coconut shell , mix some slow-release fertilizer in the soil to increase fertility.
The bottom of the flower pot where Sudan Fengxian should be planted to avoid water accumulation and root rot. If its root system has grown over the bottom of the pot, be careful to change the pot with soil in time.
7. Temperature
Sudan Fengxian is more afraid of the cold. The minimum maintenance temperature must be kept above 5 degrees. If the temperature is below 10 degrees, water must be controlled. When the temperature is low, avoid getting wet from rain.
If the indoor ventilation is poor, lack of light and dry air, you should pay attention to avoiding breeding bacteria and pests, especially the common Red Spider .
Tips: Some flower lovers can’t tell the difference between African phoenix and vermicelli , and you can tell the others by looking at their stamens. There is a shorter pistil protruding out at the heart of African phoenix and phoenix. The stamens of the periwinkle are inwardly trapped. The leaves of African phoenix and vermilion are also very different.
The picture above is Sudan Fengxian (African Fengxian)The following is the vinca
