Can kapok seeds be planted?

Can kapok seeds be planted?

Kapok seeds can be planted. They need to be disinfected first and then germinated before they can be planted. The land needs to be prepared first when planting, and attention should be paid to transplanting and planting during subsequent maintenance.

Kapok seed planting conditions

Planting time: Kapok seeds are generally planted in March and April in spring. The specific planting time generally needs to be determined according to the climate and environment.

Planting temperature: After planting kapok seeds, the temperature should be around 28-30 degrees. Generally, the maximum temperature should not exceed 45 degrees, and the minimum temperature should not be lower than 10 degrees.

How to plant kapok seeds

1. Seed treatment: Select plump and healthy kapok seeds, then soak them in warm water. You can plant them after the seeds are fully absorbed with water.

2. Soil treatment: Choose soil with convenient drainage, loose soil, sufficient light and slightly acidic to plant kapok seeds. The soil must be disinfected before planting.

3. Planting: Put the processed kapok seeds into the soil, then cover them with 2 cm thick soil, then compact and water them thoroughly. They will usually germinate 4 days after sowing.