How to grow catnip seeds

Prerequisites for Planting Catnip Seeds

Catnip is suitable for planting in well-drained soil. The level of fertilization can be moderate. You can apply some slow-release fertilizer in moderation and apply thin liquid fertilizer once or twice a week. It is recommended to plant catnip in a pot of moderate size. The pot should not be too small, as it will affect its growth. The soil composition is one-third humus and two-thirds garden soil.

How to sow catnip seeds

sowing

Catnip can be sown directly through seeds, 1-3 seeds can be planted in each hole. The seeds can be covered with vermiculite after sowing. If the temperature is between 18-22 degrees, it will germinate in 10-14 days. After sowing, avoid direct sunlight and place in the shade.

Germination

You can prepare a tray, put soil in the tray, then put the seeds in the tray and spray some water evenly. Then place the tray in an incubator and adjust the incubator to 25 degrees. After 24 to 30 hours of constant temperature cultivation, the catnip will germinate.

So, through the above introduction, we can try to sow catnip.

Precautions for sowing catnip seeds

Cat grass can be grown in all parts of my country, both north and south, because it is not very demanding on climate and soil. It likes to grow in warm and humid climates. The seedlings are resistant to low temperatures, but will suffer frost damage if the temperature drops below -2°C . Avoid drought and waterlogging, and avoid continuous cropping. The suitable temperature for seed germination is 15-20 ℃ , and the seed life is 1 year , so the seeds should be sown within one year after purchase.