Xizhiye Sowing
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There are rumors that sowing Xizhiye is difficult and requires seed breaking. However, experiments have shown that whether or not to break the seed is just a matter of earlier or later seedlings emergence. Breaking the seed does carry risks, such as possibly damaging the kernel and the increased likelihood of seed decay after breaking.
The author is located in Liaoning, where the air humidity is not high, and even during rainy days, it is different from the humidity in the south. This article is a summary of the author's experience in sowing Xizhiye for your reference.
I have 50 seeds, half of which are broken and half are not. The seeds are first soaked in potassium permanganate for a few hours, but not too long. The soil is also disinfected with potassium permanganate. Everything is ready for seed breaking. Some people say to file the seed coat, but I find it not very practical to use sandpaper. After filing for a long time, it's still hard to find the right spot. If you cut it, you might ruin it with one cut. So after experimenting with a few seeds, I think starting from the tip is more practical. I used nail clippers to cut from the tip, making sure to cut very tiny bits at a time, looking as I cut. There will be a point where it suddenly becomes hollow, revealing the tip of the complete seed pulp. Insert this end into the soil.
After breaking the seeds, many flower friends just throw them on the soil. Patient ones can wait without breaking, while the impatient ones can break them open. However, you should wait about a week. After a week, some seeds will start to sprout. Seedlings may not emerge uniformly. If you encounter roots exposed outside, carefully bury them. That's why I said to insert the tip downward; this way, roots will emerge from that side, saving a lot of trouble later.
Watering is also an issue. Although it belongs to the cactus family, it still can't be too dry. In the north, there is a problem of excessive dryness, especially for seedlings with exposed roots. Water is quite crucial, so don't be too stingy with watering. It's hard to say exactly how much water is needed; it entirely depends on the cultivation conditions and personal judgment.
The above content introduces the complete experience of sowing Xizhiye (flower friends' experience). I hope it can help you, and I also hope everyone comes to see more green plant and flower experience knowledge!