Cultivation method of Huoxiang

Temperature

Huoxiang likes a high-temperature and sunny growth environment. If it is in a shady environment for a long time, it is not conducive to its healthy growth. It is suitable for cultivation in areas with an annual average temperature of about 19-26 ℃. When the temperature exceeds 35 ℃ or is lower than 16 ℃, Huoxiang grows slowly or even stops

Water and fertilizer

Huoxiang fertilizer should be "full fertilizer", such as human and animal dung, oil cake and so on. Watering shall be carried out after fertilization, and no topdressing shall be carried out after Ridge sealing. Patchouli is fond of rain in the seedling stage and likes the environment with high humidity in the growth stage. Therefore, reasonable irrigation should be paid attention to in areas with less precipitation. At the same time, it is necessary to water in time in the dry season to resist drought and protect seedlings. In the rainy season, it is necessary to do a good job in ditch drainage to prevent ponding from causing plant root rot

Soil

Huoxiang does not have strict requirements for soil, so it is suitable to choose loose and breathable sandy loam with deep soil layer. It should be noted that. Huoxiang is afraid of ponding. If you choose to plant Huoxiang in low-lying areas prone to ponding, it will often lead to root rot and death

Cultivation precautions of patchouli

Drainage and drought resistance

In case of dry and rainless weather, timely watering is required to protect seedlings against drought. In case of rainy weather and after watering, ditches should be cleared and drained in time to avoid rotten roots caused by ponding

Diseases and insect pests

In May and June, patchouli is prone to brown spot disease. The diseased leaves should be removed in time and burned intensively. In the early stage of onset, 1:1:100 Bordeaux solution can be sprayed. The main pest is cinnabar red spider mite. Pay attention to prevention and control< span>