Adenanthera pavonina is an evergreen tree that grows in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa and Australia. The plant is known for its bright, red flowers that appear in May and June. Adenanthera is also an ornamental plant that is used to create hedges, borders and other landscape compositions.
1. Choosing a landing site
Adenanthera peacock is a light-loving plant that needs 6-8 hours of sunlight per day. The plant also tolerates partial shade well, but in this case the flowering will be less abundant. Adenanthera does not tolerate drafts and strong winds.
2. Soil
Adenanthera peacock prefers fertile, well-drained soils with a neutral or slightly acidic reaction. Before planting, it is necessary to dig the soil to a depth of 20-30 cm and add organic fertilizers (humus, compost, peat).
3. Landing
Adenanthera peacock can be planted as seeds or seedlings.
Sowing seeds: Seeds are sown in open ground in spring, when the soil temperature reaches +10 °C. The seeding depth is 2-3 cm. The seeding rate is 20-30 seeds per 1 m².
Planting seedlings: Seedlings are planted in open ground in spring or autumn. Seedlings are planted at a distance of 2-3 m from each other.
4. Caring for Adenanthera peacock
Watering: Adenanthera peacock needs regular watering, especially in hot weather. It is necessary to water the plant abundantly, without allowing the soil to dry out.
Feeding: Adenanthera peacock needs regular feeding. It is necessary to feed the plant 2-3 times a month during the growing season. Mineral or organic fertilizers are used for fertilizing.
Pruning: Adenanthera peacock does not require pruning, but it can be done to shape the crown of the plant. Pruning is carried out in spring or autumn.
Diseases and pests: Adenanthera peacock is relatively resistant to diseases and pests. However, in some cases, the plant may be attacked by the following pests:
- Spider mite: the pest feeds on the sap of leaves, causing the leaves to turn yellow and fall off. Insecticides are used to control the pest.
- Aphids: the pest feeds on the sap of leaves, causing the leaves to become deformed and fall off. Insecticides are used to control the pest.
5. Reproduction
Adenanthera peacock is propagated by seeds, cuttings or layering.
Seed propagation: Seed propagation is carried out in the spring.
Cuttings: Cuttings are carried out throughout the growing season.
Layering: Layering can be done in spring or autumn.
Adenanthera peacock is used to create hedges, borders and other landscape compositions. The plant is also well suited for growing in containers.