What are the cultivation methods and precautions of perilla

Perilla Introduction

Perilla is a plant of the Lamiaceae family. It is generally propagated by seeds and direct seeding and transplanting. Common cultivated varieties include wild perilla, ear-tooth variety perilla, and Huihui perilla.

Perilla cultivation method

soil

  Perilla has low requirements for soil and grows well in well-drained, loose and fertile sandy loam, loam and clay loam. The most suitable soil is sandy soil with good drainage. It is best to plant vegetables as the previous crop.

illumination

  Perilla is a sun-loving plant, and more sunlight is also helpful for its growth, so when planting it, try to place it in a sunny place. If it is in the summer when the sun is strong, it still needs shade, otherwise the leaves will be burned.

Watering

Perilla likes a humid environment and has a greater demand for water during the growing season. It needs to be provided with sufficient water and sprayed with water frequently. The air humidity should be maintained between 75%-80%. If the air and the growing environment are too dry, the leaves will become hard and the quality will be greatly reduced.

Fertilization

Perilla has a relatively short growth cycle and can be harvested about 70 days after planting. The whole plant can be used for medicinal purposes, so nitrogen fertilizer is the main fertilizer used and some base fertilizer needs to be applied during planting.

prune

Perilla has a strong branching ability. Unnecessary branches can be cut off in time to reduce nutrient consumption. The cut branches and leaves are edible. Before the inflorescence appears on the plant, the plant can be topped to prevent flowering and promote vigorous growth of stems and leaves.

Precautions for perilla cultivation

Perilla should be watered frequently during its growth period, and attention should be paid to drainage during the rainy season, otherwise it will cause root rot and leaf rot. It has a great demand for light. If the plant grows very slowly, it is probably caused by too low growth temperature.