How to plant barbata seeds

The sowing time and propagation method of Scutellaria barbata seeds

When planting Scutellaria barbata, seeds are the main method of reproduction. Fertile, loose loam or sandy loam is preferred. The best time for planting is from late September to early October. Seedlings will emerge 20 days after sowing the bark stalk. The soil must be kept moist before emergence.

Pest control and seed saving technology

During the flowering period, the bark stalk is prone to damage by blackworms and aphids. You can use dimethoate and dichlorvos spray to control diseases and pests. There was basically no disease during the growth period. From May to June, when the seeds of Scutellaria barbata gradually mature, the fruit branches need to be harvested in batches. After harvesting, the fruit branches should be dried in the shade or in the sun, the seeds should be rubbed out, the stems should be shaken clean, the impurities should be placed in a cloth bag, and stored in a dry place.

How to plant half-branch lotus

Scutellaria barbata is native to South America, prefers a warm and humid climate and has low soil requirements. Wild Scutellaria barbata is often found in wet places beside fields, ditches and roadsides. Too dry soil environment is not conducive to the growth of half-branch lotus. Generally, after 3 to 4 years of cultivating Scutellaria barbata, the plants begin to age and their germination ability weakens, and they must be reseeded or divided and planted elsewhere.

The seeds of Scutellaria barbata are very small and easy to germinate. The seed life is 1 year and the suitable temperature for germination is 25℃. Do not cover the seeds with soil after sowing, as this will result in a very low germination rate. Even if the seeds germinate, they will often stop growing because the soil is too thick and the seedlings cannot emerge. When sowing, prepare a small amount of fine sand, mix the fine sand with the seeds, and then sprinkle it evenly on the soil. Do not cover it with soil. This can ensure uniform sowing and neat emergence of seedlings.

After learning how to plant Scutellaria barbata seeds, let’s sow them as soon as possible!