Schisandra Chinese is famous for its medicinal properties . It increases immunity and has a beneficial effect on the nervous system. Also the plant is interesting as an ornamental garden ornament. Due to the ability to grow quickly and beautifully braid the supports, it is able to decorate its appearance with garden buildings. Therefore, many ask themselves: how to grow lemongrass in your garden?
Schisandra - planting and care
Reproduction of Schizandra occurs in two ways by seeds and root shoots. Cultivation of a plant from seeds takes a lot of time - seedlings are grown for 3-4 years in a special seedling bed before planting in a permanent place. Before planting on a seedbed, seeds are soaked, stratified and germinated in containers for two and a half months.
Planting root shoots passes much faster, Schizandra easily takes root.
To plant the plant, the optimal period is the end of April - the beginning of May. The place is better to choose protected from a cold and a wind and well lighted. The first 2-3 weeks after planting for Schizandra create a penumbra.
Plants are planted at a distance of 50 cm - 1 m from each other. For 3-4 years they will close, and will look like a solid wall. It is recommended to grow on a trellis with a height of about 2 m.
It is recommended to plant lemongrass on neutral and non-acidic soil. Preferably choose a light primer. If the soil is heavy, sand or peat must be added to the pit for planting.
A very important condition for planting lemongrass is good soil drainage. For this, a layer of gravel, gravel and sand is placed on the bottom of the pit. Also in the pit is added fertilizing, which consists of a mixture of horse manure and humus from the leaves.
Lemongrass - cultivation and care
One of the main points in the care of Schisandra is the creation of support for him. This is important in order for its flowering and fruiting to occur.
It is necessary to ensure timely watering of the plant, as it can die with a lack of moisture.
Lemongrass is fed 2-3 times per season with organic fertilizers.
Schizandra belongs to frost-resistant plants and tolerates winter well. Strong frosts can damage only the tops of annual increments.
Pruning plants are carried out in summer or autumn. In no case it can not be done in the spring, as pruning can cause "crying" of shoots, and in the future they will dry out.
Growing Chinese magnolia vine and caring for it - it's quite a painstaking affair. But as a reward, you can grow a very useful and beautiful plant on your site.