The greater snapdragon comes from south-western Europe. The colloquial name “dragon’s mouth” comes from the characteristic structure of the flower. When you squeeze it on the sides, it opens like a lion’s mouth. Our grandmothers have already sown them – it’s a great decoration of the garden in a naturalistic style, which often self-seeds in the garden, while not weeding it. in our conditions it occurs as an annual. It can be grown in pots and flowerbeds, and as a cut flower it will stay fresh in a vase for a long time (up to 2 weeks). Check how to care for it and what is worth paying attention to.
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Snapdragon. Provide her with these conditions and she will bloom for a long time
Snapdragon is a plant that is not very demanding in terms of plant life, so it will work well for beginner gardeners. It develops well in a permeable, sandy and humus substrate and in the sun, but it also tolerates a delicate partial shade. During flowering (June to the first frost) it requires moderate watering – it is better to water it too little than too much. If there is no excess moisture, it rarely gets sick, and pests are unlikely to attack it. You should pay attention to regularly pluck faded inflorescences, which will strengthen the greater snapdragon and ensure it blooms longer.
Homemade fertilizer for snapdragons. Wait 24 hours and it will be ready
Snapdragon prefers compound fertilizers that contain, among other things, phosphorus and potassium. For this reason, many home-made strengthening mixtures will work, the preparation of which is cheap and does not take much time.
- Banana peels “Cut them into cubes, put them in a jar, fill it with water and screw it on. After 24 hours, you will have a liquid full of nutrients that will work well in watering snapdragons. Just strain the liquid and apply it to the plant.
- Water from boiled vegetables — You can use the one from boiled potatoes, celery or beets. The decoction contains many minerals that will affect the proper growth and flowering of plants. Just let it cool down and water the snapdragon. Fertilizer can be applied about once every two weeks, but remember to use only unsalted liquid.
Source: Gazeta
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