Wednesday, June 27, 2018

Tips For The Proper Cultivation Of Siam Tulips

By Carol Wilson


One of the most challenging things about decorating a home is choosing a good flower to go with your theme. With many flowers to choose from, and bearing in mind not all of them live long, this just does not get easier. For ages, Siam tulips have been the standout species owing to their numerous impressive qualities.

Even then, cultivating them requires a great deal of effort. You have to know what to do to achieve full blossom during the appropriate months. In the same breath, you should know how to prevent them from completely fizzling out during the cold winter months.

These plants are native to the nation of Thailand and are basically known to be summer plants. Their upright flowers and healthy green foliage during full blossom make them look exceptionally gorgeous. They fare well under tropical climate. Nevertheless, they can be effectively bred indoors under the right conditions.

Contrary to what many people think, the flowering plant is in no way a real tulip. It falls under the ginger classification of plants. This classification consists of a plethora of brightly colored plants and spice plants such as turmeric. It grows pretty well in pots, albeit under appropriate conditions.

The leaves are thick and feature a shade of olive green. Its stems grow in clusters and rise to between 300mm and 400mm in height. It is largely thought of as a tulip thanks to the many flowers that pop out of its top in tulip like fashion. It also has an inflorescence that is tiny at the bottom and has additional flowers stemming from its bracts. The flowers emanating from the top are brightly colored.

The success in fully cultivating the flowering plant primarily depends on climate. It does exceptionally well in tropical conditions, preferably in coastal areas. If you do not live in a coastal area, you can replicate the same conditions indoors.

Cambodians and Thais usually leave them to grow outdoors under the full heat of the sun. The dry weather in Thailand and Cambodia, which often lasts six months, is favorable for its cultivation. Those who grow them in these countries eventually sell their plants to homeowners for decor upon harvesting. The tips below are important for indoor cultivation.

For starters, you want to give it sufficient light. Place your pot at a spot near a window. As you may not have the right tropical conditions for full exposure to sunlight, you want to ensure the window is closed to control the sunlight exposure.

Fluorescent lighting is an alternative for those who cannot access sunlight. In this case, a warm white tube and a cool light tube ought to be placed under a reflector. The growing plant should stay exposed to the light for between 14 to 16 hours a day.

Another crucial factor to always remember is humidity. As you will be cultivating it indoors, you must ensure you have the capability to replicate the appropriate humidity level. Luckily, all you need for this is a tray of pebbles or a simple room humidifier. With the correct conditions, there is no doubt you will achieve the right blossom for your plants.




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