How to propagate Sophora japonica

How to propagate Sophora japonica

Seed propagation

Sophora japonica can be propagated by direct sowing. Choose mature and plump seeds and soak them in warm water at 70 to 80℃ for about 24 hours. Then take it out and place it in fine sand, wait for it to germinate, and then sow it.

Seeding and seedling raising are carried out in spring and autumn, and transplanting is carried out until late autumn. When the soil is frozen, the seedlings are transplanted in a trench 60 to 70 cm deep to overwinter. Plant and water in the spring of the following year.

Root sucker propagation

The propagation of Sophora japonica root suckers is relatively simple and easy. You only need to dig out the root suckers of mature trees, plant them in holes, and they will mature into mature plants in four to five years.

Propagation and maintenance of Sophora japonica

When propagating Sophora japonica, light and humidity must be guaranteed, and the climate must be dry, cold and cool.

It requires fertile, deep, well-drained soil, and pay attention to loosening the soil.

Weed and control pests and diseases in time.