How to plant chives? Planting time and method

Chive planting time

Allium orchid has poor cold resistance and is mostly propagated by sowing in spring. Wait until the temperature stabilizes at around 15 degrees before sowing. The specific time depends on the region. If it is in the southern region, the temperature is basically stable in February and March, so it can be sown and propagated. If it is in the northern region, the temperature returns slowly, so it will have to wait until around April.

How to plant chives

1. Seed collection: The seeds of leek usually mature in September. You can choose black fruits, pick them in time and preserve them well.

2. Seed storage: The seeds of leek are small and have low water content. They can be dried and stored in a paper bag, preferably in a dry place.

3. Sowing time: Since leek has poor cold resistance, it is recommended to sow in spring and avoid autumn.

4. Sowing soil: The soil for sowing is generally well-drained, fertile and loose, so you can suddenly use a mixture of leaf mold, sandy soil and garden soil.

5. Sowing method: The sowing method of leek can be done by mixing the seeds with fine sand and then spreading them evenly in the soil.

How to plant the newly bought chives

When you first buy the leek, you should check its growth condition carefully and remove diseased, insect-infested and yellowed branches and leaves in time. After buying it, do not expose it to the sun, place it in a cool place, and open the windows more often to let it ventilate.

How to grow chives quickly

1. Soil: The soil requirement of chives may be the lowest among many plants. Well-drained, breathable, fertile sandy soil is the best.

2. Temperature: The reason why leek is easy to grow is that it has a very wide range of adaptability to temperature. It can withstand high temperatures and cold weather. Therefore, the weather in the north and south is suitable for growing leek. The ideal temperature is 22-30 degrees.

3. Light: Allium likes light but is afraid of strong light, so it is best to maintain it under scattered light and provide shade in summer.

4. Water: You must water the leek orchid, but you can’t water it too frequently either. The former will cause the leaves to turn yellow, and the latter will cause the roots to rot and it will not bloom or will have difficulty blooming.

5. Fertilization: Chives are not picky about fertilizers. The fertilizers that can be used for it include organic fertilizers, compost, livestock manure, etc., and the time for fertilization is generally once every 2-3 months.

Precautions for potted cultivation of chives

1. Watering tips: Make sure to water thoroughly at one time, and stop watering after the flowering period. In winter, you need to choose watering according to temperature changes.

2. Timely pruning: Although the leek orchid does not have such strong vitality, it may still be too tall and too dense over time, which will not only affect its appearance but also its growth.

3. Repot regularly: Be sure to repot once every two years. You can also replace the soil at the same time to avoid the roots being too crowded and give it enough space to grow.