How long is the growth cycle of ginseng?

Introduction to Ginseng Growth

Ginseng likes to grow in dense forests. Its main producing areas are Liaoning, Jilin, Heilongjiang, Hebei, Shanxi and Shandong. It is also cultivated in the Soviet Union, North Korea and Japan.

Ginseng growth cycle

Ginseng grows very slowly and takes 6 years to mature. It prefers a cool, humid climate and avoids strong light and high temperature. The soil required is loose, well-drained brown forest soil.

Ginseng growth rate

The overall growth of ginseng plants is weak during the seedling stage, and the diameter of the stem may be less than 2mm. The reed bowl formed during this period will degenerate during the later process of overall stem thickening, resulting in a section of stem with no obvious stem nodes and reed bowl, commonly known as "round reed".

Ginseng Growth Cycle Management

Ginseng likes shade and the growth temperature cannot be higher than 32 degrees. It is a potassium-loving plant. Nitrogen can promote the formation of chlorophyll and the growth of stems and leaves. Usually, more potassium fertilizer should be applied.