How many days does it take for vegetables to sprout?

Green vegetables are also called small green vegetables, small cabbage , rapeseed, chicken feather vegetables, etc., and the names are different in different regions. In terms of planting area, bok choy accounts for about 30-40% of vegetables . It is the main vegetable among leafy vegetables and is widely planted. So how many days does it take for bok choy to germinate? Let’s take a look below.

1. How many days does it take for green vegetables to sprout?

After planting the greens, the seeds usually begin to germinate within 3-4 days. If temperatures are cooler, germination may be slower, sometimes taking a week. The best planting season is from March to November. Choose plump and healthy seeds, and the soil should be loose and well-lit. Sprinkle the seeds on the soil surface and cover them with a thin layer of soil. You can also use the spot sowing method and place 2-3 seeds in each hole.

During the growth period of green vegetable seedlings, the soil should be kept moist. If the growing environment is warm, water it once in the morning and once in the evening, and spray it with a thin organic fertilizer half a month after germination. When the seedlings grow 4-5 true leaves, transplant them with a spacing of about 15-20 cm between each plant. After planting, water thoroughly and provide shade. If the seedlings do not need to be transplanted, they can be thinned out according to the situation and time to allow them to grow more evenly, mainly by thinning out the small, weak and deformed seedlings, and retaining the healthy seedlings for normal growth.

2. How to plant green vegetables

1. Site selection and land preparation

(1) You need to choose a plot with deep soil, flat terrain, sunny and ventilated, and do a good job of land preparation.

(2) Generally, the soil can be deep-turned and dried to eliminate weeds and pests in the field. After the soil turns white, an appropriate amount of diluted liquid fertilizer or nitrogen fertilizer can be sprinkled on it to improve soil fertility.

2. Seed selection and sowing

(1) To ensure the quality of sowing, you need to select seeds with full grains and no pests or diseases, soak them in warm water for sterilization, and then take them out and dry them.

(2) Then sprinkle the processed seeds on the soil and spray water appropriately. Generally, after a period of time, the seeds will germinate and grow.

3. Field management

(1) Green vegetables have a greater demand for water during the sprouting stage. During this period, the land can usually be watered appropriately every two days. It should be noted that large amounts of water should be avoided for irrigation, as excessive water flow can easily damage young shoots. It is better to use small amounts of water for flooding.

(2) When green vegetables begin to grow leaves, they usually need to be provided with appropriate diffuse light to encourage the true leaves to grow out as quickly as possible.

(3) During the growth period, it is generally necessary to provide natural light around the clock.

3. When should vegetables be watered and fertilized in winter?

1. In winter, green vegetables should be watered and fertilized in the morning on sunny days. Usually, the best time to water is between 9 and 10 in the morning. At this time, the water temperature is similar to the ambient temperature, and watering has little irritation to the root system. Remember to apply diluted, decomposed liquid fertilizer to the soil before watering.

2. When watering vegetables in winter, it is best to use well water. Since the temperature of well water is higher, it can reduce the physiological stimulation to the vegetables. Alternatively, you can use the water storage and warming method to first raise the water temperature to the same level as the room temperature, and then water it. Pay attention to choosing the sub-membrane drip irrigation method for watering.

When planting green vegetables, you need to choose a plot with deep soil, sunny and ventilated ground, and apply sufficient base fertilizer. Choose plump seeds without diseases or insects, soak them in warm water and then sow them. Water every other day during the seedling stage, provide scattered light when leaves are growing, and full sun during the growing period. In winter, water and fertilize in the morning on sunny days. Choose well water or heated water and drip irrigation under the film.