How to grow periwinkles at home: care tips

Periwinkle is a fairly unpretentious plant, but unfavorable conditions can significantly impair flowering. Periwinkle likes shade rather than bright sun and grows on well-drained, loose and fertile soils of slightly acidic or neutral acidity.

In general, periwinkle does not need additional watering, except during periods of prolonged drought. Experts told us how to grow periwinkles in the garden.

When to sow periwinkles

It is advised to sow periwinkles both in spring and before winter, when the plants are already dormant. You can even sow the flowers in summer, but only on a rainy, cool and cloudy day.

The bed should have well-drained soil of neutral or slightly acidic reaction. Fertilize the bed with mature compost for digging. It is better to plant periwinkle in the shade or shade.

Sowing periwinkles is easy - the seeds are placed in grooves to a depth of 1 cm, covered with soil and watered after planting.

How to care for flowers

Periwinkle does not like excessive moisture. You should water the flowers only during a prolonged drought, but in general, natural rainfall will be enough for the plants. Periwinkle even gets along well with weeds. To enhance tillering, experienced gardeners recommend pinching both young and old shoots.

How to fertilize periwinkle

Crops will respond well to timely, balanced fertilization with mineral and organic fertilizers. However, experts say that organic fertilizers, such as compost, humus, etc., are better.

After flowering, the periwinkle should be cut off, and the plant remains can be used as cuttings for rooting.

Pests and diseases

Periwinkle can suffer from powdery mildew and other fungal diseases, which are fought against by spraying with fungicides or Bordeaux liquid.

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