Agricultural technology for growing Stylosanthes scabra seeds
1. Variety selection
When choosing a variety of Stylozantes scaly, the following factors must be taken into account:
- Purpose of cultivation: Stylosanthus squamosus can be used as an ornamental crop. For this purpose, there are varieties with different flower colors, including white, pink, red, purple and blue.
- Plant height: The height of Stylosanthemum squamosus reaches 30-60 cm.
2. Soil preparation
Stylosanthus scaly is a light-loving plant, so for its cultivation it is necessary to choose sunny areas. Stylosanthus scaly prefers fertile, loose and well-drained soils with a neutral or slightly alkaline reaction.
3. Landing
Stylosanthus scaly can be planted in open ground in the spring, when the soil temperature reaches +10 °C. The planting depth is 5-10 cm. The distance between plants is 20-30 cm.
4. Plant care
Stylosanthus scaly is an unpretentious plant, but to obtain good growth and development, the following measures must be taken:
- Watering: Stylosanthus scaly is a moisture-loving plant, so during the growing season it is necessary to regularly water the plants, preventing the soil from drying out. In hot and dry weather, watering is carried out daily.
- Fertilizing: During the period of active plant growth, 2-3 fertilizing with mineral fertilizers is carried out. The first feeding is carried out in the phase of 3-4 true leaves, the second - in the budding phase, the third - in the flowering phase.
- Weeding: It is necessary to weed regularly so that they do not choke the plants.
5. Harvest
Stylosanthus squamosus flowers can be collected throughout the season. Flowers are cut with scissors or a sickle.
Additional tips
- Stylosanthus scaly prefers sunny places, but can also grow in partial shade.
- Stylosanthus scaly is a moisture-loving plant, but regular watering promotes more intensive growth and development of plants.
- Stylosanthus scaly does not require frequent feeding. It is enough to apply fertilizer 2-3 times a season.
When choosing a variety of Stylozantes scaly, the following factors must be taken into account:
- Purpose of cultivation: Stylosanthus squamosus can be used as an ornamental crop. For this purpose, there are varieties with different flower colors, including white, pink, red, purple and blue.
- Plant height: The height of Stylosanthemum squamosus reaches 30-60 cm.
2. Soil preparation
Stylosanthus scaly is a light-loving plant, so for its cultivation it is necessary to choose sunny areas. Stylosanthus scaly prefers fertile, loose and well-drained soils with a neutral or slightly alkaline reaction.
3. Landing
Stylosanthus scaly can be planted in open ground in the spring, when the soil temperature reaches +10 °C. The planting depth is 5-10 cm. The distance between plants is 20-30 cm.
4. Plant care
Stylosanthus scaly is an unpretentious plant, but to obtain good growth and development, the following measures must be taken:
- Watering: Stylosanthus scaly is a moisture-loving plant, so during the growing season it is necessary to regularly water the plants, preventing the soil from drying out. In hot and dry weather, watering is carried out daily.
- Fertilizing: During the period of active plant growth, 2-3 fertilizing with mineral fertilizers is carried out. The first feeding is carried out in the phase of 3-4 true leaves, the second - in the budding phase, the third - in the flowering phase.
- Weeding: It is necessary to weed regularly so that they do not choke the plants.
5. Harvest
Stylosanthus squamosus flowers can be collected throughout the season. Flowers are cut with scissors or a sickle.
Additional tips
- Stylosanthus scaly prefers sunny places, but can also grow in partial shade.
- Stylosanthus scaly is a moisture-loving plant, but regular watering promotes more intensive growth and development of plants.
- Stylosanthus scaly does not require frequent feeding. It is enough to apply fertilizer 2-3 times a season.