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This article continues to discuss techniques for acclimating, controlling height, and caring for chrysanthemum seedlings, helping you nurture them into healthy, thriving plants that will produce abundant blooms.
After planting the seedlings, if the weather is not too hot, they can be placed directly outdoors. If the sunlight is strong, it's best to place the seedlings in a shady, well-ventilated area to avoid direct sunlight, but also avoid places that are damp and cold. After about three days of acclimation, the seedlings should adapt to their new environment. If there is a significant difference in climate (e.g., moving seedlings from the south to the north), it’s advisable to extend the acclimation period to 3 to 7 days, allowing the seedlings to gradually adapt to the new climate and increase their survival rate.
Once acclimation is successful, you can start fertilizing. Use a slow-release compound fertilizer with a balanced ratio like 15%-15%-15%, or potassium dihydrogen phosphate, to encourage root development. Once you’ve confirmed the seedlings are healthy and the variety is correct, you can pinch off the top of the seedlings to promote root growth. Pinching off the top will encourage side branches to grow from the nodes on the stems, helping the plants grow stronger.
When fertilizing, dilute the fertilizer to a concentration of 0.15%-0.2% (1.5-2 grams of fertilizer per liter of water) and apply it every two weeks. Organic fertilizers can also be used, but be careful not to over-fertilize as it can damage the seedlings.
Most chrysanthemum varieties tend to grow tall, and without height control, they may become prone to toppling over. In addition to pinching off the top, spraying plant growth regulators such as "dwarfing agents" can effectively control the height. After pinching off the top, spraying once with a dwarfing agent can keep the plants around 30-45 cm tall, creating a compact, strong plant with dense, beautiful flowers.
Strengthen Management: Proper fertilization and watering help promote healthy plant growth and improve disease resistance. Prevention is Key: Based on seasonal and weather changes, use appropriate pesticides. You can mix fungicides (such as Good Life or Bai Junqing or Ruiduomei) to prevent diseases like black spot and wilt disease. Insecticides and fungicides can be used together to effectively control both pests and diseases, saving time and labor. Additionally, granules of Furadan can be applied to the soil for long-term control of sap-sucking pests.
With careful care, by the time autumn arrives, you can enjoy a beautiful display of lush, blooming chrysanthemums.
Place them in a shaded, ventilated area for 3-7 days, depending on climate. Avoid direct sunlight and damp, cold places.
Use a balanced slow-release fertilizer (like 15%-15%-15%) or potassium dihydrogen phosphate. Dilute it to 0.15%-0.2% concentration and apply every two weeks.
Pinch off the top of the seedlings to promote branching and spray dwarfing agents to maintain a compact, sturdy plant (30-45 cm).
Use fungicides (like Good Life, Bai Junqing, or Ruiduomei) to prevent common diseases. Insecticides can also help control pests. Fertilize properly to strengthen plants and improve disease resistance.
With proper care, your chrysanthemums should bloom beautifully in the autumn season.
