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How can peppermint grow well

Jesse Pinkman
2020-07-01 16:41:34
It is a kind of herbaceous plant in Labiatae. It originated in Europe and is a condiment, but now it has the largest production in the United States. Its stem is upright. Its leaves are opposite. Its shape is oblong and lanceolate. Its length is 8 to 10 cm, its width is 3 to 5 cm, its top is sharp, and its surface is flat.

I. maintenance method

1. Temperature: Generally speaking, it is suitable between 15 and 28 degrees, because it likes warmth. However, whether it is high temperature or low temperature, its tolerance is better. It can stand 40 degrees in summer and 20 degrees below zero in winter. However, if it is a seedling, it can not be lower than - 6 degrees.

2. Light: the photosynthesis of leaves can not be separated from sunlight, but the light can not be too strong, so it is better to put it in the place with astigmatism. Once there is a strong light, it can be moved to the half - shade.

3. Watering: Peppermint likes to be wet. If it is too dry, it will cause its leaves to wilt and other bad symptoms. Therefore, it is necessary to keep wet in the growing period, but not too wet. It is not appropriate to have water. In addition to the normal watering in summer, you can also spray some water.

4. Fertilization: Peppermint needs little fertilizer and has strong adaptability. Generally speaking, in addition to the basic fertilizer, topdressing once a month or two.

2. Cultivation techniques

1. Reproduction: it can be seeded and propagated, but the process may be troublesome. The sandy soil can be used as the substrate and the method of "pot seeding" can be adopted. Spread the selected seeds gently on the substrate, then cover with a thin layer of soil. After that, the temperature should be above 20 degrees, and then 10 degrees should also be guaranteed, which can promote their germination faster.

2. Pruning: in the growing period, it grows vigorously, so the branches and leaves will also appear exuberant, sometimes very disorderly. Especially for the pepper mint planted in large area, it will affect the light transmission and ventilation, so it is too intensive to be repaired in time. Then dry branches and leaves, to cut off in time.

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3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

1. Disease: the disease of peppermint is not too many, because its resistance is relatively good. Occasionally there is "anthrax", in poor ventilation, high temperature, easy to occur, timely spraying, treatment of disease parts can

2. Insect pest: Generally speaking, it is not too much. It can be prevented by spraying in advance, and measures should be taken as soon as possible.

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4. Other issues

1. Toxicity: it is not toxic, and is used as a condiment when it is planted in Europe.

2. Whether it can be raised at home: Yes, its color gives people a comfortable feeling and makes people feel relaxed and happy.

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