Content
- So plant the miracle flower properly
- At which location does the miracle flower want to stand?
- When is the best planting time for Mirabilis jalapa?
- Over what period of time does the flower extend?
- How do I plant the tubers correctly?
- Tips
The miracle flower is a special addition to any garden bed
So plant the miracle flower properly
For the miracle flower to live up to its name, it depends on the professional planting of the tubers. All important questions about the best location, the unorthodox flowering time and professional planting technology receive a tried and tested answer.
At which location does the miracle flower want to stand?
The exotic miracle flower favors a full sun, warm location. The plant makes no special demands on the soil condition. The tubers thrive in every good garden soil, which is loosely structured and well drained.
When is the best planting time for Mirabilis jalapa?
Do not plant the not hardy tropical flower until mid-May. After the excerpt of the ice sacs, there are generally no more ground frosts to be expected.
Over what period of time does the flower extend?
From June to October, the miracle flower stages itself in the late afternoon and early evening hours. At that time, the plant emits a beguiling scent to attract moths and other pollinators. The single flower lasts only a few hours. As a mass flowering unfolds, supply is always taken care of.
How do I plant the tubers correctly?
So that a miracle flower can make the most of the short Central European summer for her colorful flower festival, plant the tubers like this:
In order to easily pick the well-rooted tubers out of the ground for hibernation in the autumn, planting in baskets or jars with large drainage holes has proved its worth in practice. Finally, touch the earth with your hands. Pour with a fine shower to avoid exposing the tubers by mistake.
Tips
Inexpensive than with finished tubers, settle the miracle flower by sowing in your garden. To do this, pull the desired number of young plants behind glass. The almost pea-sized seeds sow in March / April in small pots with moist Saaterde. At the partially shaded window seat at normal room temperatures, germination takes place within 10 to 14 days.