How to grow Bergenia purpurascens? A detailed guide to the latest planting methods
Bergenia purpurascens is not the cabbage we are familiar with; it is a perennial herbaceous plant that is actually not common in China. At present, the main producing areas of Bergenia purpurascens in China are parts of Yunnan, Sichuan and Tibet, where it generally grows at relatively high altitudes. It has high medicinal value and also a certain ornamental value. It is generally used to treat cough from overexertion, dizziness, vomiting blood, leukorrhea and so on. So how do you grow Bergenia purpurascens? I believe this is also a question many people are quite concerned about, so let us take a look at its planting methods below.
1. Site selection and land preparation
The annual yield of Bergenia purpurascens is not high, and the main reason is that the planting area is not large; secondly, there are also relatively few areas suitable for growing it. It has fairly high requirements for the planting site. First, the altitude must be relatively high, but not too high. Second, the soil at the planting site is generally brown loam or dark brown forest soil, and the soil should be relatively rich in humus, and the site should be in a relatively shady area. Land preparation is actually quite simple: just plow the soil deeply, then level the land and apply compost, and generally you can then proceed to planting.
2. Propagation methods
There are generally two propagation methods for Bergenia purpurascens, and because the propagation methods differ, the best time for each also differs to some extent. Generally speaking, Bergenia purpurascens can be sown in spring, summer and autumn. If seed propagation is used, the best sowing time is spring; its germination speed is at least about ten to twenty days faster than in the other two seasons. The other method is cutting propagation; its best planting time is summer, when the survival rate is highest, but cuttings taken in spring grow fastest.
3. Cultivation techniques
Whether seed propagation or cutting propagation is used, the planting technique is very important. Generally, we use the drill sowing method, or the seedling transplanting method. When planting, the soil needs to be watered thoroughly, then sufficient fertilizer should be applied, and then the seeds should be evenly scattered in furrows with a row spacing of about 30 cm and covered with soil. For cutting propagation, the selected rhizomes need to be disinfected first and then inserted as cuttings; this can enhance the resistance of the plants and also increase the survival rate.
4. Field management
Field management mainly involves attention to fertilizer and water management, as well as light, weeding and other issues. Throughout the entire growth process of Bergenia purpurascens, multiple applications of fertilizer are needed to promote its tillering speed and the number of tillers. At the same time, after each fertilization, water appropriately to avoid excessive soil moisture, which can cause disease and lead to root rot. In order to promote root growth and nutrient absorption in Bergenia purpurascens, intertillage and weeding are needed multiple times each year. Because Bergenia purpurascens is a relatively shade-loving plant, when the light is relatively strong, shade treatment should be done in time; a semi-shade shed can be used, which is even more beneficial for its growth.
5. Pest and disease control
Bergenia purpurascens has very strong vitality, so basically no diseases occur throughout its growth process. However, brown spot disease occasionally causes damage, mainly due to negligence in field management, so during planting we should strictly carry out field operations. In the early stage of the disease, zineb wettable powder can be used for control. Secondly, aphids sometimes cause damage as well, so we can use derris extract emulsifiable concentrate or dimethoate emulsifiable concentrate for spraying and killing.
The planting method for Bergenia purpurascens is actually quite simple; it is just that because of the requirements of the planting site, the planting area is not very large. At present, the market situation for selling Bergenia purpurascens is still acceptable, so friends who have needs in this area can learn about it through the above. You can also follow us to get the latest news.