How to grow carnations from seeds in pots Carnation flowers or commonly referred to as carnation flowers are a type of flower that is well
As a type of cut flower, this carnation flower plant is more expensive when compared to other types of cut flowers because the plants are difficult to grow when planted, so it is not surprising that carnation cultivation can be more promising if it is propagated more seriously.
This carnation flower can be cultivated and grown in Indonesia but only on high land, for example in the Cibodas area. Remember this plant comes from a subtropical region. Therefore the transition is not optimal if it is entered into a low land which has a warm air temperature.
Conditions for growing carnations.
A good location for cultivating carnations is in an area with an altitude of 1000 to 1200 MT¹R above sea level. While the good air temperature for this plant is around 25 to 30 C °C. And the soil in the cultivation location must have a normal pH, is with a pH of 6 to 7.
Some signs of carnation.
From the number of flowers on a stalk, there are two types of carnation flowers. Carnation flowers that only have one stem are called bay flowers. Meanwhile, if one stalk has more than 1 flower, it is called a spray carnation flower.
Prepare the Carnation Flower Seeds.
- Use carnation seeds that have been selected and have been dried.
- Choose flower seeds that are large, dense, and flattened.
- Then first clean the seeds until clean and soak them in water overnight.
- Use only seeds that don't float, while those that float are discarded.
Carnation Flower Seeds Seed Stages.
- Prepare in advance the planting place in the form of a mixture of soil and manure in a 1:1 difference.
- Next, suggest the planting material into the pot, then press or squeeze slowly to make it denser.
- Then spread the carnation seeds on the surface of the seedling media and cover it with loose soil.
- Flush with water to keep moisture and stimulate seed germination.
- Place the seedling in the shade in an area that is not exposed to direct sunlight.
Stages of Transferring Carnation Seeds in Pots
- Use a mixture of compost with manure if you use pots as a place for seedlings.
- Use the same medium size pot.
- Fill the floor with the pot first by using broken bricks to keep the air circulating.
- Then add soil and mix with manure.
- Move the plant from the nursery to the pot and give regular watering, then place the plant in a location that is free from sunlight.
Stages of Carnation Flower Plant Care.
- Put the plant in the shade and not exposed to sunlight because this flower is really sensitive to high temperatures.
- If it's really hot, it's better to place it indoors or in a shady yard.
- Water regularly once a day, so it can be done in the morning
- do not allow water when watering to stagnate because it can cause fungal attack and root rot.
- Add extra fertilizer to make the carnation flowers look more attractive.
Stages of Picking Carnation Flowers.
A step-by-step guide to growing carnations to make them beautiful.
Here are some tips to help you grow carnations, including:
- Protect your plants from the sun.
- If possible, plant it in a high land area because this type of plant is really suitable to grow in the weather in the mountains.
- Do an intense treatment by watering it regularly in the morning
- to Give additional fertilizer so that its development is maximized, and the flower yields are more attractive.
How to grow carnations from seeds in pots, so they can bloom beautifully can be a good start if you start by cultivating them in the yard of the house to beautify the yard of the house.
Thus, a brief discussion regarding how to grow carnations from seeds in pots, hopefully it can be useful.
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