A Detailed Guide to the Latest Basic Planting Process for Rapeseed Greens
Rapeseed greens are also called oil bok choy. The predecessor of oil bok choy is the napa cabbage of southern China. Unlike napa cabbage, oil bok choy is dark green in color, different from the white of napa cabbage. Their taste is also very different. Although the market price of oil bok choy is relatively low, its market demand is very large. As the saying goes, many a little makes a mickle, so there is still a certain planting prospect. So today, the editor will explain to you the specific process of planting oil bok choy. Let's take a look together below!
1. Base fertilizer
Before sowing, sufficient base fertilizer needs to be applied. After plowing and sunning the land, apply an equivalent amount of base fertilizer according to the area of the land. The base fertilizer is mainly farmyard manure, supplemented by compound fertilizers such as potassium phosphate. Mix it thoroughly with the soil to enhance soil fertility, promote seed germination and seedling emergence. It can also strengthen the resistance of the seedlings, reduce the incidence of pests and diseases, and lay a good foundation for high yield and high efficiency.
2. Seed selection
No matter what you plant, the first step is to choose a superior variety. The quality of the variety is directly related to the later yield. Therefore, when selecting a variety, we should choose a superior variety with high yield and strong disease resistance. This can save a lot of trouble in later management and achieve twice the result with half the effort.
3. Seed soaking
When it cannot be determined whether the seeds contain potential pathogens, the seeds should be soaked to eliminate the pathogens inside them. First place the seeds under the sun to sun-dry them for three hours, then soak the seeds in clean water at about 50 degrees until the water temperature drops to 30 degrees. After another two hours, remove them and air-dry them before sowing.
4. Sowing
There are also certain requirements for the sowing time. The most suitable season for sowing is spring, and sowing can be done around March each year. Therefore, we should complete all preparatory work before March, such as base fertilizer and seed soaking. When sowing, according to the moisture condition of the soil, water the soil to create sufficient moisture, and sow after the water has fully entered the soil. Pay attention to the sowing density and dig the beds well to facilitate later management.
5. Management
After the seedlings emerge and grow two true leaves, the first thinning work needs to begin, controlling the spacing of all seedlings at about 3 cm. The second thinning is when the hearts form, and the planting density needs to be further expanded. During the seedling emergence stage, the water requirement is not large, so as long as the weather is not too dry, there is no need to water. During the growth period, water at least three times, and do not do it in rainy weather.
6. Drainage
Oil bok choy is extremely intolerant of waterlogging, and because the sowing time is in the rainy spring, we should pay attention to drainage in the garden. If drainage is not done in time, the accumulated water will not only have a considerable impact on the growth and development of oil bok choy, but also cause various diseases. Therefore, drainage work after sowing is very important, and it is best to set up waterproof facilities.
The above is the basic process for planting oil bok choy. Planting oil bok choy is relatively simple, but it is relatively difficult to manage. Pay attention to timely topdressing, especially half a month before harvest, and apply an appropriate amount of urea according to the planting area to improve the quality of oil bok choy. It is also necessary to prevent and control the occurrence of various pests and diseases in order to truly achieve high yield and high efficiency. Alright, that is all for today's introduction. If you want to learn more related information, please continue to follow us!