Propagation method of Lantana camara

Sowing and propagation

The flowering period of Lantana camara is August and September every summer, and the seed collection period is better in October. Select full and complete healthy seeds and store them in a dry and ventilated environment. Wait until next spring to sow

Before sowing, the seeds need to be soaked in clean water with a water temperature of 60 degrees, changed once a day for three consecutive days, and then taken out. Keep moist for germination. Seeds can germinate in about a week by sowing them in moist soil

Cutting propagation

The sowing and propagation method of Lantana camara is introduced above, but in the planting of Lantana camara, the cutting propagation method is generally selected

In spring, cut healthy branches with a length of about 20 cm, remove dead leaves, and cut in wet sandy soil matrix. It is best to keep the temperature between 15-30 ° and pay attention to shading and moisturizing

Key points of maintenance of Lantana camara

Water and fertilizer

The water demand of cinnabar flower is large, so it should be watered more during the growth period, and it needs to be watered thoroughly. Due to the narrow space, potted cinnabar flower is prone to water shortage and drought, so special attention should be paid to irrigation

The plant of Lantana camara likes fertilizer and can be applied with thin fertilizer every month, organic fertilizer and compound fertilizer. At flowering stage, phosphorus fertilizer and potassium fertilizer need to be added

Pruning

The plant of Lantana camara is generally high and grows fast. The branches need to be repaired in time to promote growth and maintain beauty. When pruning, the branches should be arranged in a staggered manner. Do not cut off all the branches at the bottom, and cultivate side branches in an appropriate amount. At the same time, the dead branches and leaves shall be removed in time< span>