Honeysuckle is a common Chinese herbal medicine, which has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, cooling blood and improving pharynx, and is widely used in traditional Chinese medicine clinics. In recent years, with the continuous expansion of the Chinese herbal medicine market, the planting and cultivation technology of honeysuckle has also received extensive attention. This article will introduce the planting and cultivation techniques of honeysuckle to help readers understand how to grow high-quality honeysuckle.
First, the choice of growth environment.
Honeysuckle is adaptable and does not have high requirements for the growing environment, but it is still necessary to pay attention to the following points when planting:
1.Soil: Honeysuckle is adapted to deep, loose, fertile, well-drained sandy soils, and is not suitable for growing in clay or alkaline soils.
2.Climate: Honeysuckle likes a warm and humid climate, the suitable temperature for growth is 15 -25, and the cold tolerance is strong, and it can tolerate low temperatures of about -10.
3.Light: Honeysuckle loves light and needs sufficient light conditions, but it needs proper shade and avoid exposure to the sun when the summer is hot.
2. Land preparation and fertilization.
Before planting honeysuckle, it is necessary to prepare the soil and fertilize it to provide a good soil environment for the plant to grow.
1.Land preparation: choose a suitable planting plot, turn the soil deeply, the depth of tillage should be more than 30 cm, and the soil will be leveled and fine after ploughing.
2.Fertilization: At the same time as preparing the land, an appropriate amount of organic fertilizer, such as well-rotted farmhouse manure or compost, can be applied to provide sufficient nutrients for honeysuckle.
3. Reproduction methods.
There are two main methods of honeysuckle propagation: seed propagation and cuttings propagation.
1.Seed propagation: Sowing seeds in spring or autumn, selecting mature seeds for sowing, keeping the soil moist after sowing to promote seed germination.
2.Propagation by cuttings: Select healthy branches for propagation by cuttings, cut the branches into small segments of about 10 cm before cuttings, and insert them into loose soil to keep the soil moist and promote rooting and germination.
4. Field management.
During the growth period of honeysuckle, proper field management is required to promote the growth and flowering of the plant.
1.Watering: In the dry season, it is necessary to water in time to keep the soil moist and avoid excessive dryness affecting plant growth. At the same time, it is also necessary to pay attention to drainage to avoid root rot caused by too much stagnant water.
2.Pruning: Honeysuckle needs to be pruned during the growth process to remove weak and diseased branches and promote ventilation and light of the plant. At the same time, the height and shape of the plant can be controlled by pruning.
3.Fertilization: Regular fertilization is required during the growing period to meet the nutrients needed for plant growth. Generally, nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and other compound fertilizers or organic fertilizers can be applied to promote the growth and flowering of plants.
4.Pest control: Honeysuckle is susceptible to pests and diseases, such as aphids, leaf spot, etc. For the prevention and control of pests and diseases, we should focus on prevention, regularly check the growth of plants, and take timely measures to carry out pests and diseases.
5. Harvesting and processing.
Honeysuckle can be harvested 2-3 years after planting, and the harvest time is generally in summer and autumn. When harvesting, choose the buds of the flowers that have not yet opened or have just opened for picking, and avoid picking the flowers that have already opened, so as not to affect the quality and yield of medicinal herbs. After harvesting, it should be dried or tumbled in time to avoid accumulation and mildew. At the same time, honeysuckle can also be processed into dried flowers or honeysuckle tea and other Chinese herbal medicine products for sale.
In short, the planting and cultivation techniques of honeysuckle are not complicated, as long as you master the basic planting techniques and management methods, you can easily master them. However, it should be noted that in the planting process, it is necessary to choose suitable soil and climatic conditions for planting management, and at the same time regularly check the growth of plants, and take timely measures to prevent and control pests and diseases, so as to ensure the yield and quality of honeysuckle.