We often see in some ancient TV series that the flowers of Saussurea involucrata are planted on the edge of a cliff, and it is very difficult for actors to pick them. Such pictures can easily mislead flower lovers to think that saussurea involucrata can only be planted halfway up the mountain, but in fact, this kind of flowers can also be planted in plain areas. So, would you like to know the cultivation method of Saussurea involucrata?

First, the growth habits of Saussurea involucrata flowers in Tianshan Mountains

Saussurea involucrata peanut grows in the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau at an altitude of 2,400-3,470 meters, and has strong adaptability. It can adapt to various complex climatic environments, and it can survive at the temperature of1℃ ~ 39℃ without wilting. Saussurea involucrata flower grows most vigorously at the temperature of15℃ ~ 25℃, and at the climate of-32℃.

Second, the cultivation method of Saussurea involucrata flowers in Tianshan Mountains

1. Seed selection

Saussurea involucrata flowers in Tianshan Mountain should be propagated by sowing, and full, brown-black, large and shiny seeds should be selected as seeds for sowing. Before sowing, the seeds should be soaked in the solution of strong rooting powder 1∶ 1500 times 1 min before use.

2. Preparation of nutrient soil

The nutrient soil of Saussurea involucrata flower in Tianshan Mountain is generally composed of humus soil, fine medium sand and decomposed organic fertilizer in a ratio of 6∶2∶2 and mixed evenly. After disinfection, the impurities and lumps in the nutrient soil are screened out, and the ph value of the nutrient soil is 5.5-7.5.

Step 3 sow seeds

The soil temperature of Saussurea involucrata seed germination must be controlled between 20℃ and 26℃, which is beneficial to seedling emergence. The saturated water content of soil should be about 60%, and the seeds of Saussurea involucrata should be laid flat in the hole, and the thickness of covering soil should be 0.8 cm ~1cm, which usually takes about 8 days to emerge.

4. Seedling transplanting

When Saussurea involucrata seedlings grow to 5 cm ~ 6 cm, they can be transplanted into flowerpots or fields, and appropriate fertilizers can be applied. It is best to transplant seedlings on cloudy days or after rain, which is more conducive to the survival of seedlings.

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Third, the field management of Saussurea involucrata flowers in Tianshan Mountains

1. Water

Saussurea involucrata needs enough water to grow normally during the growth period, and proper watering can keep the soil moist. It is advisable to water Saussurea involucrata in seedling stage, but not to accumulate water. It is advisable to water early in the morning or evening every day in midsummer, and less in autumn. Cultivation of Saussurea involucrata flowers in plastic greenhouses, and watering with snow water or ice water in winter are more conducive to their growth.

Step 2 mow the grass

Saussurea involucrata flowers grow together with weeds, which will compete for its nutrients, moisture and sunshine, and will also affect ventilation, which will make Saussurea involucrata flowers prone to diseases and pests. Therefore, attention should be paid to pulling out weeds in time during the culture management period, and some chemicals can also be applied to ensure the normal growth of Saussurea involucrata flowers.

3. Top dressing

During the cultivation and management, in order to supplement the lack of nutrients in the soil and promote the growth of Saussurea involucrata, fertilization should be done well. Summer is the peak season for the growth of Saussurea involucrata. Fertilization should be applied according to its growth situation, and it is best to topdress it every 15 days to ensure the nutrients needed for the growth of Saussurea involucrata.

Fourth, pest control of Saussurea involucrata in Tianshan Mountains

Saussurea involucrata flowers in Tianshan Mountain are common in powdery mildew, rust, damping-off and damping-off. Usually, attention should be paid to ventilation, sterilization and disinfection, and timely drainage. If diseases occur, chemical solutions should be sprayed in time to prevent and control them, and diseased branches and leaves should be removed in time to avoid spreading. Common pests include scarabs, noctuids, nematodes, etc. Before planting, fully sterilize and apply decomposed fertilizer; Control the soil moisture, remove the diseased plants immediately when they are found, and spray fungicides for control.

Saussurea involucrata is not only a very rare exotic flower, but also a well-known precious and rare medicinal material. Therefore, once cultivated successfully, it can not only be used for people to watch, but also extract its essence to help people alleviate their illness!