How long does it take for mustard to germinate after sowing?

Mustard seedling time

As we all know, mustard sprouts very quickly. If sown in spring, it will germinate in about a week. Note that you should water the mustard in time before it sprouts. Keeping the soil moist can promote the germination of mustard seeds.

Mustard sowing time and method

1. Sowing time: Shepherd's purse has strong adaptability to the environment and can be sown in spring from February to March. At this time, the climate is mild and the seed germination rate is high. It can also be planted around August in summer. In autumn, when the climate is cool, it is generally chosen to start planting in early October.

2. Land preparation: Before planting shepherd's purse, you can deep plow the soil and then expose it to the sun for about 3 days. This will kill the bacteria and viruses in the soil and reduce the damage caused by viruses. Then remove all the weeds around it and apply an appropriate amount of farmyard manure.

3. Sowing: Mustard is usually sown by broadcasting. Just cover the seeds with a thin layer of soil. This will help the seeds absorb nutrients and water better. 1 gram of seeds can be sown per square meter. If sown in summer, 2 grams of seeds can be sown per square meter. Water thoroughly after sowing.

How to manage mustard after it emerges

1. Watering: After the mustard seedlings emerge, irrigation work should not be relaxed. This is to prevent the land from being too dry. In rainy seasons, attention should also be paid to draining the accumulated water. When draining the accumulated water, be careful to prevent mud from splashing onto the mustard leaves. If splashed, clean them immediately.

2. Fertilization: The growth period of mustard is relatively short. Generally, two top dressings are required in the middle of the growth period. Fertilizers can be decomposed farmyard manure and urea. Pay attention to controlling the concentration and amount of fertilizer. Too concentrated will cause the mustard roots to burn, and too much will cause the leaves to grow too long.