How to plant poppy seeds

Introduction to Poppy Seeds

Corn poppy is a herbaceous plant with an upright stem, 50-60 cm high and many branches. It originated in Europe and is also widely cultivated in China. It is an ornamental plant with a high oil content of up to 40%. The seeds are spread by Feng Shui animals and other means.

Poppy seed planting time

The best time to sow seeds is in spring, March to early April. The temperature at this time is suitable for plant growth and the seeds will not freeze.

How to plant poppy seeds

1. Site selection and land preparation:

Be sure to choose a place with fertile soil, with a pH of 6. Apply enough base fertilizer in advance and till the soil deeply to kill the bacteria. Dig the ditch in advance, make a 50cm wide and 15cm high ridge, and leave space for walking.

2. Seed collection and storage:

The seeds need to be plump and need to be soaked in a reagent for 15 minutes to disinfect the seeds. The temperature and humidity should also be controlled to prevent the seeds from getting moldy.

3. Sowing:

When 50% of the seeds have sprouted, they can be sown. The belly of the seeds should face downwards, with 7 cm spacing between each row. Then fill in 2 cm of fine soil on top and finally cover with a layer of grass to keep the soil warm and moist and avoid soil compaction.