How to cultivate Eucommia ulmoides

1. Maintenance methods

1. Temperature: It is widely distributed in my country, so it has strong adaptability to temperature. Generally speaking, it grows better between ten and thirty degrees. In addition, it has a certain degree of cold resistance, but it needs to be protected from the cold when grown in very northern areas.

2. Light: Eucommia ulmoides likes sunlight. During the growth period, it needs to be placed in a place with sufficient diffuse light, but not strong light. It needs shade in the summer, and the degree of shade should be around 50 to 60 percent. In other seasons, you also need to be a little careful when there is strong light.

3. Watering: Eucommia ulmoides likes a humid environment, but it is also afraid of waterlogging. Therefore, watering can be adjusted according to climatic conditions. Generally speaking, it is best to keep it moist but without water accumulation. In winter, you can't water too much.

4. Fertilization: Eucommia ulmoides does not require much fertilizer. As long as there are enough nutrients in the soil, you don’t need to apply too much fertilizer at normal times. Too much fat can be harmful.

2. Breeding techniques

1. Reproduction: It can be propagated by seeds. Choose seeds that are plump, fresh, and shiny in color, as they are easier to germinate. November to December and February to March are more suitable for sowing. Before sowing, soak the seeds in water at 20 to 30 degrees for a period of time, which can also increase the germination rate. Specifically, the "row sowing" method is more appropriate, and the row spacing can be between twenty and twenty-five centimeters. After sowing, a layer of grass is needed to help them germinate.

2. Pruning: The pruning of Eucommia ulmoides mainly takes place in spring, which is the work of pinching the tips. Leaves that are too dense can also be slightly processed.

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

1. Diseases: The most common one is "root rot", which is more common from June to August and can be controlled by pesticides such as thiophanate. There is also "damping-off disease", which can be treated with some fungicides, such as carbendazim.

2. Pests: The main types include "beetles", "leopard wood borer", etc. The degree of damage is relatively serious. Their adults need to be eliminated, and their eggs must also be cleaned up.

IV. Other issues

1. Toxicity: It is non-toxic. It is a traditional Chinese medicine with medicinal value.

2. Can it be grown at home? Generally no, as it is not an ornamental plant.