How to grow coriander to easily germinate
A comprehensive introduction to how to grow coriander to easily germinate and the correct method of growing coriander, sharing experience in green plant maintenance. Corrections are welcome if there are any mistakes!
Coriander has the effects of inducing sweating, dispelling rashes, aiding digestion, expelling gas, refreshing the spleen, and harmonizing the middle. It has always been loved by everyone. In recent years, the number of vegetable farmers growing coriander has also increased. How to grow high-quality and high-yield coriander? It is recommended that vegetable farmers follow seven steps.
Coriander planting
1. Variety selection.
Coriander has large-leaf varieties and small-leaf varieties. Large-leaf varieties have taller plants, larger leaves, and higher yield; small-leaf varieties have shorter plants, smaller leaves, stronger aroma, better cold resistance, and higher adaptability, but slightly lower yield. More small-leaf varieties are cultivated.
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2. Seed treatment.
Due to the hard seed coat, seeds germinate slowly with conventional sowing methods. Before sowing, spread the seeds on a flat surface and use a not too hard object to rub them evenly to break the outer shell, then they can be sown directly (or soaked and germinated). Generally, seeds will germinate in about 8-13 days after sowing.
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3. Choose good land, apply sufficient fertilizer, and finely prepare the soil.
Coriander has a short growing period, thick main roots, is a shallow-rooted vegetable, and has poor germination power but strong fertilizer absorption. It is necessary to choose well-drained, fertile, loose, moisture-retaining, and nutrient-retaining loam soil, and it can use early tomatoes, cucumbers, or green beans as the previous crop. Hoe the soil finely and level it to make ridges, usually 1 meter wide and the length depending on the terrain and water source, to facilitate planting management and promote root absorption and healthy plant growth.
How to grow coriander to easily germinate
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4. Choose the right planting time. It can be planted in spring, summer, and autumn, with autumn being more suitable. The optimal sowing period is after mid-August, which produces better quality.
5. Field management.
In order to create suitable growing conditions for coriander and achieve appropriate temperature and humidity, it is necessary to carry out multiple meticulous tillings, loosening the soil, and weeding. When the seedlings are about 3 cm tall, thinning and transplanting are carried out. Generally, tillage, loosening the soil, and weeding are done 2-3 times during the entire growing period. The first time is often when the seedlings break through the soil surface, using a light hand hoe or small rake for light soil loosening to eliminate the compacted layer. At the same time, weeds are removed to help the seedlings grow out of the soil.
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The second time is when the seedlings are 2-3 cm tall, and for drills, a small flat hoe can be used to deeply loosen the soil, combined with weeding. The third time is when the seedlings are 5-7 cm tall. Early tillage, loosening the soil, and weeding can promote vigorous growth of the seedlings. After the leafy part covers the ground, whether it is drill-sown or broadcast-sown, no more tillage or soil loosening is done, but weeds should be removed.
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6. Watering management should be in place. Coriander is not drought-tolerant and needs to be lightly watered every 5-7 days, with a total of 5-7 waterings during the whole plant growth period to keep the soil moist. During the middle growth stage, about 10 kilograms of urea per mu should be applied to ensure good growth.
7. Harvest in a timely manner.
Coriander can be harvested about 30-40 days after sowing in high temperatures, and about 40-60 days after sowing in low temperatures. It can be harvested multiple times or all at once.
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