What is the most suitable planting time for Bletilla striata?

Which month is suitable for planting Bletilla striata?

Bletilla striata is generally planted around March every year. When planting, it is necessary to keep the soil moist and avoid sunlight. Bletilla striata likes warm, humid environment and is suitable for planting in sandy loam with good drainage. The stones in the growth environment of Bletilla striata are all sandstone stones, so that Bletilla striata can absorb water quickly.

Origin and planting time of Bletilla striata

Bletilla striata is native to China and is currently widely planted in Nantong, Zhejiang, Guangxi, Guizhou and other regions of my country. It is also distributed in the Korean Peninsula and Japan. The flowering period of Bletilla striata is mainly concentrated in spring. Due to the different climates in different places, it may bloom from late winter to early summer.

Planting methods and key points of Bletilla striata

1. When planting Bletilla striata, you need to choose sandy loam with strong drainage. It likes a warm and humid living environment, so it is suitable for planting in mountains with good drainage.

2. When planting Bletilla striata, it is necessary to control the frequency and time of water and fertilizer in time. Generally, phosphate fertilizer and manure water should be sprayed once a month, and attention should be paid to timely removal of weeds.

3. When planting Bletilla striata, you need to keep the soil moist. Water it once in the morning and once in the evening from July to September. However, it is afraid of waterlogging. When it rains heavily, you need to drain the water to avoid damaging its roots.