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Introduction to the growth of Belamcanda

The Belamcanda chinensis grows wild on hillsides, open fields, and thorn bushes. It has no strict requirements on the environment, has strong adaptability, and is afraid of waterlogging. It is best planted in loose sandy soil that is sheltered from the wind, facing the sun, has fertile soil, is at a higher level, and has good drainage.

In my country, Belamcanda chinensis is mainly distributed in Liaoning, Jilin, Hebei, Shanxi, Shandong, Henan, Anhui, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Fujian, Taiwan, Hubei, Hunan, Jiangxi, Guangdong, Guangxi, Shaanxi, Gansu, Sichuan, Guizhou, Yunnan, Tibet and other places.

Growth cycle of Belamcanda chinensis

The growth cycle of Belamcanda chinensis is relatively long, generally 2-3 years. It takes one year to raise seedlings and is harvested 1-2 years after transplanting. It likes warmth and sunlight, is resistant to drought and cold, and is not demanding on soil.

Growth rate of iris

The growth rate of Belamcanda chinensis is relatively slow. Its growth process is divided into three stages: germination, growth and flowering. It usually blooms in July and August, and this is also the time when it consumes the most nutrients. Generally, most of them are harvested after two years of growth.

Management of the growth cycle of Belamcanda chinensis

Under normal circumstances, the yield per mu of a two-year-old Belamcanda oleracea is about 200 kilograms, and the yield per mu of a three-year-old Belamcanda oleracea is about 250 kilograms. The longer the Belamcanda oleracea is planted, the higher its yield will be.

Temperature management : The seeds of Belamcanda oleifera begin to germinate at a temperature of 10℃~14℃, and the optimum temperature for growth is 20℃~25℃. The germination rate decreases at 30℃ and lasts for about 50 days.

Fertilization management : Before planting Belamcanda chinensis, apply well-rotted manure or compost in combination with tillage. If the base fertilizer is sufficient, less or no fertilizer can be applied in the first year. Starting from the second year, topdressing should be applied three times a year, in March, June and November respectively, to increase the yield.