The Latest Saxifraga stolonifera Planting Techniques and Methods Tutorial
Saxifraga stolonifera, also known as stone lotus leaf, golden-thread hanging hibiscus, tiger ear, etc., has its whole plant used as medicine, with the effects of dispelling wind and clearing heat, cooling blood and detoxifying, and is distributed throughout China. As its root system has been developed, it is a raw material for many Chinese patent medicines, and market demand has increased, so many areas have begun artificial cultivation. So how should Saxifraga stolonifera be planted? Let's learn about it together.
1. Site selection and land preparation
Saxifraga stolonifera prefers a cool and moist environment and requires moist, fertile soil. When planting, it is best to choose sandy loam with high organic matter content and also good drainage. After selecting the site, do a good job of land preparation, plow the plot 20-30 cm deep, and use the sun to kill sources of pests and diseases in the soil. At the same time, according to the soil fertility status, apply an appropriate amount of organic fertilizer or farmyard manure as base fertilizer. After raking fine and leveling, make beds and wait for planting.
2. Propagation methods
The propagation methods of Saxifraga stolonifera are mainly seed propagation and division propagation. Seed propagation is generally carried out by sowing in spring from March to April, when the temperature and moisture can satisfy its seed germination and promote seedling growth. Drill sowing or hole sowing can be used. For drill sowing, open furrows on the bed surface, evenly scatter the seeds into the furrows, cover with soil and water. For hole sowing, open holes on the bed surface at a certain plant and row spacing, sow the seeds into them, generally using 3-4 seeds per hole, likewise covering with soil and watering. You can also cover with grass to keep warm and moist to facilitate emergence, but the covering grass should be removed in time after emergence. Division propagation can be done at any time, but the best time is in summer and autumn. Separate the small plantlets on the stolons of the mother plant and replant them.
3. Field management
After emergence, weed in time to prevent weeds from affecting seedling growth. When the seedlings grow 1-2 leaves, thin them in time, and when they grow 4-5 leaves, finalize the spacing in time. Saxifraga stolonifera has strict requirements for temperature and light. The suitable growth temperature is 15-25 degrees, and in winter it can overwinter at a low temperature of 5 degrees, but this will cause death, so pay attention. It likes a moist environment, so pay attention to moisture during growth, water frequently, and keep the soil moist, especially watering in time during drought. In the rainy season, do a good job of drainage to avoid root rot. At the same time, also pay attention to light. It is suitable for growing in a semi-shaded environment and is difficult to survive under full-day sunlight, so build a shade shed and do a good job of shading. At the same time, according to soil fertility and plant growth, do a good job of fertilizing to promote plant growth.
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