How and when to plant Shanghai Qing

Planting time and month of Shanghai Qing

Shanghai green likes a warm environment and can be sown all year round in the south. It is not resistant to high temperatures and does not grow well in the hot summer. The best planting time is spring and autumn. It can be planted in spring, summer and autumn in the northern region.

When to plant Shanghai Qing in spring

Shanghai green is planted in spring, around March. The sowing method of Shanghai green is usually row sowing or broadcast sowing. Pay attention to insect prevention, as spring is the peak season for insect pests.

When to plant Shanghai Qing in autumn

Planting Chinese cabbage in autumn is when the weather gradually starts to get cooler in September and October, which is suitable for the growth and development of Chinese cabbage. You can sow it densely and evenly on the soil surface. You can cover it with a thin layer of soil and spray the soil wet.

Shanghai Green Planting Method and Steps

Shanghai green is suitable for planting in well-drained, loose, fertile soil rich in organic matter. It can be mixed with forest soil, humus soil, pond mud and fine sand. In order to enhance the nutrients in the soil, a small amount of organic fertilizer can also be applied to the soil.

1. Planting: Insert the germinated seedlings into the soil at a spacing of 20 cm between plants and 30 cm between rows, but not too deep. After planting, water the soil thoroughly to keep it moist, and ensure that there is sufficient light.

2. Management: After planting Shanghai Green, water it once a day and loosen the soil from time to time to allow the soil and water to blend better. Then, apply a small amount of urea solution to it 7 days after planting, and apply a small amount of compound fertilizer solution once a month.

3. Pest control: Common diseases and pests of Shanghai green include leaf blight, downy mildew, aphids and cabbage loopers. It is necessary to strengthen field management and spray pesticides in time for prevention and control. Generally, Bordeaux mixture or carbendazim can be used for prevention and control. For aphids and cabbage loopers, dichlorvos or malt emulsifiable concentrate can be used for spraying.