Planting and Management Methods for Platycodon Seed
Let me tell you about the planting and management methods for Platycodon seeds, as well as the knowledge of花草 (plants and flowers) related to the complete process of Platycodon cultivation. Detailed content will be shared next.
Platycodon grandiflorus is a plant of the Campanulaceae family, Platycodon genus, a perennial herb with erect stems, opposite leaves, narrow-ovate or ovate-lanceolate in shape. The flowers are solitary or 2-3 in a corymb inflorescence, petals are oblong-elliptical, anthers up to 5 mm long; the fruit is ovate, with numerous tiny seeds, having membranous wings. It flowers from July to September and fruits from August to October. The flower language of Platycodon is eternal love, unchanging sincerity, and permanent dedication.
Platycodon Cultivation Techniques:
(1) Seed Selection: Choose high-quality seeds, and treat the seeds before sowing. Soak the seeds in warm water at 40-50°C for 24 hours, then remove the seeds and place them in the freezer for low-temperature treatment for 50 hours. After that, take out the seeds and place them in an environment of 15-20°C to germinate. Sow the seeds when they start to show white.
(2) Prepare Tools: Prepare the necessary tools for planting Platycodon, such as flower pots, soil, spades, watering cans, etc. The flower pots can be rectangular, square, round, etc., with drainage holes at the bottom. The soil should be loose, fertile, and well-ventilated, and can be made by mixing garden soil, decomposed leaf soil, and sandy soil.
(3) Sowing: Sprinkle the treated seeds evenly on the surface of the prepared soil, then cover them with a thin layer of soil, press the soil down, and spray a moderate amount of water to keep the soil moist. Place it in a cool and ventilated area for maintenance.
(4) Management: During the growth of Platycodon, the soil should be kept moist but not overly wet to avoid waterlogging that could cause seed rot. After the seeds germinate, you can appropriately increase the duration of sunlight exposure. The longer the exposure, the more vigorous the Platycodon growth. During the growth period, fertilize every 10 days to promote the growth and development of Platycodon.
(5) Pest and Disease Control: During the growth of Platycodon, there may be pests and diseases such as aphids and powdery mildew. These need to be controlled in a timely manner. Insecticides and carbendazim can be used for spraying control.
This article shares the planting and management methods for Platycodon seeds and the complete process of Platycodon cultivation for reference and suggestions.