Keywords: maintenance of Lagerstroemia indica old pile cultivation methods

How does crape myrtle cultivate old piles?

Osmanthus fragrans is often grafted to form old piles. The perennial osmanthus fragrans was selected and the root extraction method was adopted. This plant can grow to 7 meters. After years of growth, its roots will become vigorous and powerful, with different postures. Therefore, the reason why the old pile of osmanthus fragrans has high value is here, because the old pile can only be obtained after years of growth. In order to make the transplanted Lagerstroemia indica accumulate down the mountain and get it into the basin more quickly, it usually goes from dormancy to germination. Its market price is related to the shape and diameter of plants. Lagerstroemia indica with a diameter of 6-24 cm costs 50- 1000 yuan, and it costs 1500-3500 yuan if it is 24-60 cm.

Cultivation method of Lagerstroemia indica old pile

If the old crape myrtle pile is just dug out, it is necessary to cut off the dead leaves. Thinning is not conducive to the modeling design of redundant branches and leaves, thus reducing the evaporation of water. Then, the roots should be trimmed. It is suggested to keep the old soil at the root when raising piles. Piles can be planted on the ground or in temporary large flowerpots.

Pruning of Lagerstroemia indica old pile

Lagerstroemia indica can grow better if pruned in time. In spring, buds can be picked and smeared, and the flower branches can be cut short, leaving only 2~3 buds at the lower part. Dense branches should be thinned to increase ventilation and light transmission, and cut again in winter to avoid excessive consumption of nutrients.

Laodui Basin in Wei Zi

If Osmunda japonica is hydroponic, it can be cultivated in a pot without holes. If it is potted soil instead of hydroponics, use potted seeds with holes in the bottom. Mainly when planting, too much watering water will flow out from the bottom of the basin to prevent stagnant water from rotting roots and dying. Secondly, it plays the role of ventilation and is beneficial to root growth.

Germination of Lagerstroemia indica old pile

Lagerstroemia indica old piles generally germinate from the beginning of April to the end of April, and the germination time varies with the latitude of the plant. Lagerstroemia indica old pile is very easy to raise, as long as ordinary care can germinate.

Long air root of Lagerstroemia indica old pile

If the soil water content is normal and there is no water shortage, replace the old crape myrtle pile with a large flowerpot. The flowerpot is too small, and the big flowerpot can solve the problem of air root.

Matters needing attention in the maintenance of old piles in Wei Zi

1. Sunshine: Osmanthus fragrans is a plant that likes light and is afraid of shade. Usually it should be placed in sunny environment such as balcony or window sill. If the light is strong in summer, you should block it. 2. Water: Osmanthus fragrans needs a lot of water during its growth. Water can be watered once every three days in spring and autumn, once every day after summer, and once every morning and evening, especially when the weather is hot, otherwise the water demand of osmanthus fragrans will not be reached. 3. Fertilization: Osmanthus fragrans likes fat, but is afraid of hypertrophy. Usually, dilute liquid fertilizer is the main fertilizer, which can be applied once every ten days. In addition, when osmanthus fragrans is about to enter the flowering period in May and June every year, some phosphorus and potassium fertilizers should be applied at this time, which can not only promote flowering, but also increase the number of flowering. 4. Pruning: Osmunda japonica. Strong branching ability. In its peak season, the growth of new branches is particularly large and it is very resistant to pruning. After the flowering period, it can be cut off, and the dead flowers and branches should be cut off in time. You can also cut Osmunda japonica. According to your own needs, you can make it into your favorite shape, which can improve its ornamental value.

Appreciation of Wei Zi's Old Piles of Pictures