Rice growth process

1. Seedling stage

Collect rice seeds and then sow them into the soil. When the growing conditions are suitable, the seeds will pull out the radicle and grow upward out of the soil. This period is when the seedlings begin to grow taller. Before the leaves grow out, they absorb nutrients from the soil through the roots. After the leaves grow out, they are not only absorbed through the roots, but also through the leaves absorbing light and converting it into nutrients.

2. Tillering period

After the seedlings have grown for a period of time, they are transplanted. The stage from transplanting to continuous jointing is called the tillering period. After transplanting, the root system will be damaged and it will take some time to recover. It will take about 5-7 days for the above-ground part to recover.

3. Heading period

It usually takes one month from the beginning of jointing to the growth of young ears, and this period of time is critical for growth. Then, as it grows, the ears will emerge, with an interval of about 5-7 days.

4. Fruiting Period

After the ear is pulled out, it is still dry inside and not full and firm. During the period from flowering to grain maturity, the stem will grow taller, and the flowering and fruiting will slowly fill up the grains. This stage determines whether high yields can be achieved, and it is necessary to pay attention to the application of fertilizers.