Plant ginseng, also known as American ginseng, is a precious medicinal plant with high medicinal value and market potential. In recent years, with the increasing emphasis on health and wellness concepts, the demand for plant ginseng has been rising annually. This article will provide you with a detailed introduction to the cultivation methods of plant ginseng, helping you to easily grow high-quality ginseng at home.
Planting Environment Selection1. Temperature: Plant ginseng thrives at temperatures between 15-25°C, avoiding extreme high and low temperatures.
2. Humidity: Keep the soil moist, with air humidity between 60%-80% being ideal.
3. Light: Choose a semi-shaded or diffused light environment, avoiding direct sunlight.
Soil Selection and Preparation1. Soil Requirements: Choose well-drained, fertile, and loose soil, such as leaf mold or sandy loam soil.
2. Soil Preparation: Deeply turn the soil 30-40 cm, apply an appropriate amount of organic fertilizer such as chicken manure or cow dung, and then disinfect the soil.
Planting Time and Methods1. Planting Time: Plant ginseng is usually planted in spring and autumn. Spring planting can lead to earlier seedlings, while autumn planting is beneficial for overwintering.
2. Planting Method: Evenly spread ginseng seeds on the soil surface, cover with 1-2 cm of soil, and keep the soil moist.
Daily Management1. Watering: Keep the soil moist but avoid waterlogging. During the hot summer, you can increase the frequency of watering appropriately.
2. Fertilization: During the growing period, apply a dilute organic fertilizer every 20 days, such as composted chicken manure or cow dung.
3. Pruning: Promptly prune withered and yellow leaves and weak branches to maintain ventilation and light penetration.
4. Pest and Disease Control: Regularly inspect the plants, and if pests or diseases are found, control them in a timely manner, such as aphids or red spiders.
Harvesting and Storage1. Harvesting Time: Plant ginseng is usually harvested 2-3 years after planting, with autumn being the best period.
2. Harvesting Method: Stop watering one week before harvesting to dry the soil, then dig up the ginseng with a hoe, shake off the soil, and dry it before storing.
3. Storage Method: Place the harvested ginseng in a ventilated, dry, and cool place, avoiding direct sunlight.
Ginseng cultivation is not difficult, as long as you master the techniques of planting environment, soil selection, planting methods, daily management, and harvesting and storage. You can easily grow high-quality ginseng at home. I hope this article can provide you with useful references and wish you success in your planting!
References:
《Techniques for Medicinal Herb Cultivation》
《Medicinal Herb Planting and Processing》
《Analysis Report on Medicinal Herb Market Dynamics》