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Picture of Magnolia (brief introduction of morphological characteristics and maintenance methods)

Skyler White
2020-07-03 08:28:36
Magnolia has large leaves and a wide obovate shape. There are 9 petals, white and fragrant when they open. The fruit is brown in appearance and heart-shaped in seed. In daily maintenance, Magnolia needs a long time of light, and its growth is affected by the shady environment. Strictly control the amount of water and keep the soil moist for a long time. Fertilizer is applied four times a year, organic fertilizer is applied before flowering, nitrogen fertilizer is applied after flowering, P-K fertilizer is applied from July to August, and ring fertilizer is applied before winter.

I. morphological characteristics

1. Leaves: the leaves are paper-based, with wide obovate shape and also obovate oval shape. The length is about 10-18cm, and the width is about 6-12cm.

2. Flowers: usually bloom from February to March, and will bloom again from July to September. The flower buds are oval and fragrant. Petals 9, usually white, base pink

3. Fruit: the fruit is cylindrical, about 12 cm long and no more than 5 cm wide. It has brown appearance, white pores and heart-shaped seeds.

II. Maintenance methods

1. Sunshine: Magnolia prefers sunshine, which is usually planted in sunny environment. Being in the shade environment will make it grow badly, grow thin and short, and cause the leaves to turn yellow.

2. Watering: Magnolia is sensitive to water, not resistant to waterlogging and cold. Watering should be frequent and not much, and the soil should be kept moist at all times, but there should be no ponding. Once a month in the growing season is enough, but in the rainy season, the water will be cut off.

3. Fertilization: moderate fertilization can make Magnolia grow vigorously, with thick green leaves and fragrant flowers. Applying compound fertilizer once before flowering can effectively promote flowering. Apply nitrogen fertilizer once after anthesis to help it grow again. From July to August, P and K fertilizers were applied to promote flower bud differentiation. Before winter, apply a circle fertilizer to improve soil activity.

3. Picture appreciation

Magnolia

Magnolia

Magnolia

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