Key points of chive planting technology and management

Chives prefer mild climatic conditions and are resistant to both cold and heat. The suitable temperature range for its germination is 13 to 20 degrees Celsius, while the most suitable temperature for stem and leaf growth is 18 to 23 degrees Celsius. For the root system, the most suitable growth temperature is 14 to 18 degrees Celsius. When the temperature exceeds 28 degrees Celsius, the growth rate of chives will drop significantly. Let’s learn about chive planting techniques and management points together.

1. Planting time

Open field cultivation is suitable for spring and autumn. Protected cultivation can be carried out all year round except in summer; in summer, the temperature can be lowered by covering with shade nets.

2. Sowing and Harvesting

Harvest can be done approximately 60 to 80 days after sowing. Harvesting can begin 30 days after transplanting.

3. Variety selection

It is recommended to choose purple-flowered chive varieties with strong fragrance, such as four-season chives and Fujian chives.

4. Land preparation and fertilization

Carefully prepare the land, apply sufficient base fertilizer, and use 3,000 kg of decomposed organic fertilizer or more than 1,000 kg of expanded and decomposed chicken manure per mu. The plots should be made into compartments 1.5 meters wide and 8 to 10 meters long. In summer or in flood-prone areas, raised ridges should be made and drainage ditches should be ensured around them.

5. Sowing method

It can be sown in rows or broadcast, with a spacing of 10 cm between rows and 1.5 to 2 cm of soil covering. To prevent underground pests, mix phoxim with fine soil or mix dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane with roasted wheat bran to make poison bait before sowing.

6. Transplanting and planting

Transplanting should be carried out 40 to 50 days after sowing, with 8 to 10 plants per hole, and the row and hole spacing being 12 to 20 cm and 8 to 10 cm respectively. The transplanting depth should be 4 to 6 cm, and water should be poured in time.

7. Field management

Keep the soil moist. Avoid drought after seedling emergence and transplanting. Loosen the soil in time to promote root growth. Apply top dressing in time according to the application of base fertilizer and the length of the harvest period.

8. Pest and disease control

Adopt agricultural and physical control methods, and use biological or low-toxic, low-residue pesticides when necessary. Corresponding pesticides can be selected to prevent and control different diseases and pests, such as Yinfali, Priligy, Shijia Le, Methyl Thiophanate, Mancozeb , Baifulin and Baolong.

The above is a detailed introduction to chive cultivation, and I hope it can provide practical guidance for growers. When you refer to this and study it, please consider the actual local climate conditions.