Agricultural technology for growing Pericallis hybrida seeds
Hybrid pericallis (Pericallis hybrida) is a perennial herbaceous plant that reaches a height of 30 to 60 cm. Hybrid pericallis flowers are large, chamomile-shaped, and can be white, yellow, pink, red or purple.
1. Choosing a landing site
Hybrid pericallis prefers sunny places protected from the wind. Plants will bloom poorly in the shade.
2. Soil
Hybrid pericallis is not picky about soil, but prefers fertile, well-drained soil.
3. Watering
Hybrid pericallis is a drought-resistant plant, but in hot weather it needs regular watering.
4. Feeding
Hybrid pericallis does not require frequent feeding. It is enough to apply complex mineral fertilizers at the beginning of the growing season.
5. Trimming
Hybrid pericallis does not require pruning. However, you can remove spent flowers to prolong the flowering period.
6. Transplant
Hybrid pericallis is replanted once every 3-4 years, when it grows and begins to take up too much space. Transplantation is carried out in the spring.
7. Diseases and pests
Hybrid pericallis is resistant to diseases and pests.
8. Reproduction
Hybrid pericallis propagates by seeds, dividing the bush and cuttings.
By seeds: Hybrid pericallis seeds are sown in open ground in spring or autumn. The seeds germinate within a few days.
Dividing the bush: Dividing the bush is carried out in spring or autumn. The bush is dug up, divided into several parts and planted in prepared holes.
By cuttings: Hybrid pericallis cuttings are cut in spring or summer. The cuttings are planted in a substrate consisting of peat and sand and kept at a temperature of 18-20°C. The cuttings take root within a few weeks.
Additional Tips
In temperate climates, hybrid pericallis overwinters without shelter. In regions with harsh winters, it is recommended to cover the plant with spruce branches or dry leaves.
1. Choosing a landing site
Hybrid pericallis prefers sunny places protected from the wind. Plants will bloom poorly in the shade.
2. Soil
Hybrid pericallis is not picky about soil, but prefers fertile, well-drained soil.
3. Watering
Hybrid pericallis is a drought-resistant plant, but in hot weather it needs regular watering.
4. Feeding
Hybrid pericallis does not require frequent feeding. It is enough to apply complex mineral fertilizers at the beginning of the growing season.
5. Trimming
Hybrid pericallis does not require pruning. However, you can remove spent flowers to prolong the flowering period.
6. Transplant
Hybrid pericallis is replanted once every 3-4 years, when it grows and begins to take up too much space. Transplantation is carried out in the spring.
7. Diseases and pests
Hybrid pericallis is resistant to diseases and pests.
8. Reproduction
Hybrid pericallis propagates by seeds, dividing the bush and cuttings.
By seeds: Hybrid pericallis seeds are sown in open ground in spring or autumn. The seeds germinate within a few days.
Dividing the bush: Dividing the bush is carried out in spring or autumn. The bush is dug up, divided into several parts and planted in prepared holes.
By cuttings: Hybrid pericallis cuttings are cut in spring or summer. The cuttings are planted in a substrate consisting of peat and sand and kept at a temperature of 18-20°C. The cuttings take root within a few weeks.
Additional Tips
- Hybrid pericallis is a beautiful and unpretentious plant that can decorate any garden.
- Pericallis hybrida is used in folk medicine.
- Features of growing hybrid pericallis in different climatic zones
In temperate climates, hybrid pericallis overwinters without shelter. In regions with harsh winters, it is recommended to cover the plant with spruce branches or dry leaves.