Planting time of Isatis root

Radix Isatidis is not only a common cold medicine in our life, it is also a kind of plant. When is the best time to plant Radix Isatidis? What is the method of growing it?

I. planting time of Radix Isatidis

Radix Isatidis can be planted in early spring, spring, summer and autumn. But the planting situation is also different in different periods. Radix Isatidis is mainly planted in spring, and the rainy season in the south can be postponed to summer. Radix Isatidis planted in early spring, summer and autumn is mostly used to collect seeds.

II. Planting method of Radix Isatidis

1. Selection of planting land. Radix Isatidis has strong adaptability and is very hardy. When we choose planting land, we generally require soft and fertile land, flat terrain and good drainage. The land needs to be ploughed and fertilized with base fertilizer before sowing.

2. Sprouting. Soak the full, pest-free seeds in warm water for a few hours and let the shell soften and dry.

3. Sow seeds. Spread the prepared seeds evenly in the soil and cover them with a thin layer of soil. water should be properly watered without stagnant water.

4. Fixed seedlings. When Radix Isatidis grows to about 6cm after emergence, the seedlings are fixed at the distance of about 4cm. The soil should not be too wet in the early stage, keep the soil moist after taking root, and pay attention to drainage in the rainy season.

5. Loosen the soil and weed. During the growth period of Radix Isatidis, it is necessary to loosen the soil in order to keep the soil loose and facilitate deep roots and luxuriant leaves. A total of three times loosen the soil, once in the seedling stage, once after a month of growth, and once before harvest. Weeding should be carried out in time to prevent nutrient diversion. Too many weeds can be removed with herbicides.

6. Topdressing. Plant seedlings can be fertilized when the 15cm is high, and fermented manure or urea is generally applied to help the seedlings grow. Topdressing should also be carried out in time after harvesting leaves.

7. prevention and control of diseases and insect pests. The main diseases of Radix Isatidis are downy mildew and powdery mildew, and the main pests are green worms and peach buds in seedlings. Spraying chemicals in time to deal with the occurrence of diseases and insect pests.

The planting time and methods of Radix Isatidis are briefly introduced here. I hope it will be helpful to friends in need.