What are the planting precautions for thistle? Keep these points in mind

Thistle is one of the more common wild vegetables in the countryside, also known as ququcai or cicao, and often grows on hillsides, wasteland, roadsides or in fields. Thistle also has a certain nutritional value, with effects of stopping bleeding and resolving blood stasis, reducing swelling and removing toxins, and because its market demand has increased, artificial cultivation has risen. However, some issues need attention when planting it. Let's take a look below.

1. Soil

Thistle does not have high requirements for soil and can grow normally in soil with excellent fertility, but if high yield and good quality are needed, then sufficient water sources are required and the soil needs to be plowed and disinfected before planting. Although it does not have high soil requirements, it is suitable for planting in slightly acidic soil, so when planting, attention should be paid to the soil's pH, so that thistle can grow better and yield and quality can be improved. Remember not to plant it on saline-alkali land.

2. Sowing

Thistle is generally propagated by seed during production. Every year in June, the plant's flower buds wither, and at this time the flower buds can be picked, dried open and used as seeds. However, when sowing, attention should be paid to the time. Sowing too early or too late is unfavorable to its growth. The best sowing time is around the Beginning of Spring solar term. Before sowing, seed dressing should be carried out. Seed dressing can eliminate a large number of pathogens on the seed surface and reduce the occurrence of diseases. After seed dressing, sowing can be carried out.

3. Seedling stage management

After the seeds germinate, check promptly. Once weak seedlings or dead seedlings are found, remove them in time and do a good job of replanting, so as to ensure yield. In addition, attention should also be paid to field density to avoid field closure, which affects seedling growth, and thinning should be carried out at the appropriate time. Fertilizer and water management at the seedling stage are also extremely important. In drought, water promptly to avoid water shortage in seedlings. When fertilizer is lacking, topdress in time to ensure nutrient supply. For fertilization, decomposed farmyard manure is generally chosen. At the same time, weed control should also be done well to prevent weeds from seizing nutrients and growing space. Pull out weeds as soon as they are seen, so that thistle can grow better.

4. Pest and disease control

Any plant will suffer from pests and diseases during growth, and thistle is no exception. Pests and diseases mainly harm thistle leaves, causing the plant's photosynthesis to be hindered, preventing normal synthesis of nutrients, and affecting yield and quality. Therefore, during production, disinfection, sterilization and light should be done well at irregular intervals to ensure that thistle has a good growing environment. When pest and disease damage is found, handle it in time and eradicate it thoroughly.

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