What is the best month to plant lentils?

What month is suitable for planting lentils?

The sowing time of lentils is mainly determined by the climate temperature. If it is sown in a greenhouse, it can be sown and seedlings can be raised after 1-2 months.

If it is sown in the open field, it can usually be planted in May or June, otherwise the temperature is too low and its seeds are difficult to germinate and grow. In addition, North China generally sows in June, while the Yangtze River Basin generally sows in May-July.

Lentil planting method

1. Field management: Lentils are very drought-resistant. Generally, they should be watered 1-2 times during the vine extension period and once every 10 days during the flowering and pod period. Weeding and topdressing should be done in time after watering to prevent flowers and pods from falling.

2. Pest and disease control: There are two main pests and diseases of lentils: aphids and pod borers. Aphids can be treated with a mixture of imidacloprid and acetamiprid. When using, pay attention to the concentration of the liquid. The pod borer eats beans as larvae, and in severe cases, it can eat the entire pod.

Key points for planting lentils

1. Temperature control: The flowering period of lentils is relatively short. High or low temperatures will have a huge impact on the flowers. If the temperature is too low, the flowers will be frozen and their ability to absorb nutrients will decrease. If the temperature is too high, a large amount of water in the flowers will evaporate. The flowers of lentils will slowly wither and fall off soon.

2. Soil moisture: Lentils have a small demand for water. Just water them moderately before they pod. Water them when you see the soil is dry. If it is not dry, there is no need to water them.