How to choose and prepare the land for planting dwarf lilyturf (Ophiopogon japonicus)? Detailed explanation of key cultivation techniques
For dwarf lilyturf (Ophiopogon japonicus) and Hubei dwarf lilyturf, choose sandy loam soil that is loose, fertile, moist and well-drained; for Sichuan dwarf lilyturf, moist sandy soil and moist soil are usually chosen for planting. After the previous crop is harvested, plow the land promptly, with deep plowing of 20-25 cm, and carry out multiple plowings and harrowings to make the soil loose and fine. At the last plowing and harrowing, apply 2000 kg of barnyard manure or 2000-2500 kg of compost, and 50-75 kg of superphosphate or 100-150 kg of phosphate rock powder per 667 sq m. After application, carry out one shallow plowing and harrowing, and form high beds 100-130 cm wide. Or, after forming the beds, open furrows at the row spacing and apply the fertilizer in the furrows.