Many people don't understand Platycodon grandiflorum. After all, the fame of Lily and rose is too big to block the beauty of Platycodon grandiflorum. But it doesn't matter. Today Huahua will introduce Platycodon grandiflorum in detail and how to cultivate Platycodon grandiflorum by the way

Platycodon grandiflorum is a perennial herb of Gentianaceae. The flower of Platycodon grandiflorum has double petals and single petals. Not only that, its petals also have monochrome and bicolor, which is one of the reasons why flowers have to compare it with jasmine Lily and rose. The flowers of Platycodon grandiflorum are not inferior to roses at all. Some friends call Platycodon grandiflorum "thornless rose". It really pokes the most important advantage of Platycodon grandiflorum. It looks good but has no thorns. Why not raise it

Let's talk about the cultivation method of Platycodon grandiflorum:

1. Basin soil disinfection

Before planting or transplanting, the planting basin and soil should be disinfected, sprayed with high-temperature steam or washed, and exposed to the sun for two or three days. The soil should also be exposed to the sun for two or three days, so as to ensure that the pH of the soil is within the neutral range as far as possible, which is conducive to the later growth of Platycodon grandiflorum

2. Suitable temperature

The most suitable temperature for the growth of Platycodon grandiflorum is 15-28 degrees Celsius. The temperature of Platycodon grandiflorum during the growth period at night should not be lower than 12 degrees Celsius. In winter, if the temperature is lower than 5 degrees Celsius, Platycodon grandiflorum will not bloom. In summer, we should pay attention to shading. Too strong light will lead to shorter flowering time of Platycodon grandiflorum or even no flowering directly

3. Soil

Generally speaking, it's best to choose neutral soil for planting Platycodon grandiflorum. If the soil can maintain good fertility and good air permeability, it's just right. We can choose to add peat soil and other substances to make the soil more nutritious, which can make Platycodon grandiflorum grow better

4. Watering

Platycodon grandiflorum likes a slightly humid growth environment. At this time, watering is particularly important. Although Platycodon grandiflorum likes a humid environment, many friends will pour more water if they are not careful. It is best to use drip irrigation when watering, which can better control the amount of watering and prevent problems such as rotten roots of Platycodon grandiflorum

5. Fertilization

Platycodon grandiflorum needs a lot of fertilizer during the growth period. You can not only put some organic fertilizer as the base fertilizer before planting, but also remember to top fertilize Platycodon grandiflorum during the growth period

Keep a basin of Platycodon grandiflorum at home