When to sow tassel seeds (tassel seed planting and management)

Willow, scientific name Gleditsia sinensis, belongs to leguminous plants and is an evergreen or deciduous tree with ornamental value. Willow is widely planted in gardens and urban greening, and is loved by people because of its unique shape and beautiful flowers. The following will introduce the characteristics of willow seeds and provide some planting methods.

Characteristics of Salix seeds;

1. Appearance characteristics: the seeds of willow are flat pods, usually yellow-brown or brown. The pod is about 10-20cm long and contains many seeds.

2. Seed habit: The storage period of willow seeds after collection is short, and the best sowing effect is usually within 4-6 weeks after the seeds mature.

3. Seed propagation mode: Salix seeds are mainly spread by natural propagation mode. After the mature pods burst, the seeds will be scattered in the surrounding soil and nourished by winter precipitation. Seeds germinate and grow into seedlings under suitable environmental conditions.

Planting method of willow:

1. Seed collection: Collect willow pods in autumn. Pay attention to selecting healthy pods and put them in a ventilated and cool place to dry, which is helpful for seed drying and maintaining quality.

2. Seed treatment: put the pod into a container and gently tap the pod with a hammer or hammer to make the seed leave the shell. Then, separate the seed and shell mixture by hand.

3. Seed soaking: Soak the seeds with warm water 12-24 hours to promote the seeds to absorb water and germinate. Change the water once to remove impurities and promote germination.

4. Sowing: Choose a suitable sowing season, prepare suitable soil before sowing, soften the soil before sowing and apply base fertilizer. Spread the seeds evenly on the soil surface and then compact them gently. If the seeds are large, they can be buried in shallow soil first, and then gently covered with soil.

5. Maintenance and management: In order to keep the soil moist, it can be covered with a moisturizing cover after sowing. Water the soil in time to keep it moist but not too wet. At the same time, pay attention to weeding and weed management to avoid competing for nutrients and water.

I hope the above information can help you plant willow seeds.