Cilantro: The Latest Planting Techniques and Methods Tutorial
Cilantro is a rather distinctive vegetable and one of the main garnishing vegetables in our country. Cilantro has a very wide distribution range, and it can be seen almost everywhere across the country. Now the market demand for cilantro is continuously expanding, and the market price also shows a rising trend. So how should we grow cilantro? Below, the editor brings you the planting techniques for cilantro. Let's take a look!
1. Cultivation methods
Cilantro cultivation methods are divided into two types: open-field and greenhouse. Open-field cultivation is limited by the season and is generally carried out in autumn and winter. During the seedling stage, it should not be watered too much, to prevent frost damage caused by excessively low temperatures. Then, when the seedlings grow to about 8 cm, watering can be appropriately increased to keep the soil moist. For greenhouse cultivation, it is generally carried out around September each year, and sufficient water for overwintering should be applied to help the seedlings survive the winter. When the cilantro seedlings enter the regreening stage, intertillage and weeding should be done well. When the seedlings grow to 8 cm, control the temperature at around 20°C and do a good job of topdressing.
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No matter what kind of cultivation method is used, before planting we must do a good job of treating the cilantro seeds. Because the outer coat of cilantro seeds is relatively hard, if it is not treated, seed germination will be inhibited, reducing the germination and emergence rate. So before planting, put the seeds in a bag, then spread them flat on level ground and rub the seed coat apart. It is best to split the seeds into two halves, which can effectively improve the germination capacity of cilantro seeds. If the temperature is relatively low at sowing time, then the seeds also need to be soaked in warm water for a period of time, then removed and wrapped with moist sand and a wet cloth, and placed in a warm environment for germination. Once half of the seeds have sprouted, they can be sown.
3. Environmental management
Cilantro has certain requirements for the environment during its growth process. Although cilantro does not have great requirements for soil, soil rich in humus and with sufficient fertility is more suitable for cilantro growth. Cilantro has different temperature requirements at each growth stage, and the temperature should generally be controlled at around 13-25°C. It likes to grow in a cool environment, but it also has relatively strong heat tolerance. Then pay attention to doing a good job of weeding and loosening the soil appropriately, which can not only ensure the growth of cilantro but also improve field ventilation, creating a good growing environment for cilantro.
4. Watering and fertilizing
Cilantro has relatively poor drought tolerance, so during the planting process we should keep the soil moist. When the soil turns white and cracks, water it in time, usually about once a week, but it should also be reasonably controlled according to the soil and weather. When watering, mainly use small-drop irrigation, and do not water too much, to prevent water accumulation from affecting the growth of cilantro. Before planting, we should apply sufficient base fertilizer, mainly decomposed farmyard manure. If the base fertilizer is sufficient, then generally no topdressing is needed during its growth period. However, if the cilantro grows weakly and the soil fertility is insufficient, then appropriate topdressing is also necessary.
The above is a brief introduction to cilantro planting techniques. When planting, we also need to do a good job of pest and disease control. Avoid pests and diseases harming the growth of cilantro, reducing yield, and affecting planting benefits. That is all for today's introduction. This article is for reference only. Thank you for reading and supporting.