What are the methods of propagation of Patchouli?

Seed propagation of Patchouli

The seeds of Patchouli can be propagated by sowing in spring or autumn. Harvest the seeds of Patchouli when they mostly turn brown, then place them in a cool place to dry and thresh the seeds. When the right time comes, you can stop sowing. First, mix the seeds with fine sand or wood ash, and then sprinkle the seeds evenly on the soil. Use a thin plate to gently pat the soil surface so that the seeds can be in close contact with the soil surface. The thickness of the soil should be about 1 cm.

Cutting propagation of Patchouli

Generally, Patchouli is propagated by cuttings in October-November or March-April. It is best to do it on a rainy day. Choose healthy young branches and tops of the year, cut them into small segments of about 10-15 cm with 3-4 nodes, remove the lower leaves, and insert them to 1/3 of the depth. Water them in time and cover them with grass after insertion.

Perennial Root Propagation of Patchouli

The advantage of perennial root transplanting is that it is very easy to survive, and the perennial roots will sprout around May of the following year. Use scissors to cut off the dead stems in winter close to the ground, and then water them with thin manure water to facilitate their growth. When the seedlings are about 9-15 cm tall, you can dig them up on a rainy or cloudy day and transplant them to the field with soil. Control the reasonable spacing between plants and rows during transplanting. Immediately after planting, water the plants with diluted manure to help them survive. Perennial root transplants begin to bloom in late June to early July, and those sown in spring of the same year will bloom in mid-July.