What crops are suitable for growing in swamps? What crops are suitable for growing in swamps?

Swamps refer to muddy areas that have been soaked in water for a long time, with marsh soil on top and a latent layer below. This type of soil has good water retention and high organic matter content. After drying, the volume shrinks and the air permeability increases.

There are many crops that can be grown on swamps, common ones include lotus, water lily, artemisia selengensis, water celery, lotus root, calamus, sugarcane, wheat, watermelon, water chestnut, etc., or some sedge and moss plants.

Artemisia selengensis

Artemisia selengensis can be planted in swamps. It is also called water wormwood and water wormwood. It is mostly distributed in swamps in various places. It is shade-tolerant and moisture-tolerant. During maintenance, the field should be kept moist and weeds should be removed in time.

Lotus root

Lotus root can also be planted in swamps. The plant likes warmth and humidity, but is not shade-tolerant. During the maintenance period, you must not let the soil lack water. In addition, the requirements for nutrients are very high. Just follow the principle of "thin fertilizer and frequent application".

sugar cane

Sugarcane can also be grown in swamps. It is a temperate and tropical crop. Before planting, the soil should be cultivated and weeds should be removed. The annual rainfall in the planting area should be between 800-1200 mm.

Taro

Taro, whether it is water taro or dry taro, likes moist natural environment conditions. Dry taro requires moist soil during its growth period, while water taro requires a certain water layer during its growth period. Water taro needs to be cultivated in paddy fields, low-lying land or ditches. Although dry taro can grow in dry land, it still needs to maintain the ecological characteristics of swamp crops, and it is recommended to be planted in humid areas.

Lotus

Lotus does not require a high growth environment. Generally, it can be planted in places with water, such as swamps, ponds or lakes. It likes a sunny environment, and its flowers and leaves will grow more luxuriantly in the sun.