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Germination method of woody flower seeds

Last Update ：2024.10.29

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There are five main germination methods for forest and flower seeds, namely seed soaking method, stratified germination method, wax and oil removal method, skin breaking method, and Yangqi germination method. These five methods will be introduced in detail below.

stratified germination method

Seed soaking method

Some seeds need to be soaked in cold or warm water before sowing to allow the seeds to absorb water and swell, so that they can germinate early after sowing; some seeds only need to be soaked in warm water before sowing. Spray to moisten the seeds evenly, dry them in the shade before sowing.

Usually small seeds can be sown after being soaked in cold water for 3-5 days; seeds with thick seed coats need to be soaked in warm water around 45 degrees for 3-5 days before sowing. The seeds of black locust, peach, plum, apricot, etc. need to be scalded with hot water.

Detailed operation

Put the seeds into the tank and pour in hot water of about 85 degrees. The amount of water should be 2-3 times the volume of the seeds. , stir while pouring water so that the seeds can be heated evenly, and then allow the water to cool naturally. Afterwards, rinse the seeds with 45-degree warm water 1-2 times a day, and wait until the seeds "split" before sowing.

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Layered germination method

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This method is very effective for seeds with long dormancy period and slow germination. The selected sand should be washed clean, and the humidity of the sand should be such that it does not drip in your hands and does not fall apart when you let go. Store the wet sand and seeds in layers at a low temperature of 0-5 degrees. When the seeds show slight signs of germination, Ready for sowing.

Wax and oil removal method

This method is used for seeds with waxy or oily outer skin.

Specific operation

Soak the seeds in 70-degree plant ash water or a mixture of water and alkaline noodles. After the water cools, rub off the waxy skin. Or grease, rinse it with clean water and pick it out, use the method of raw bean sprouts to germinate, and sow the seeds when they "split their mouths".

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Skin-breaking method

If the seed coat is very hard, the seed coat can be scratched to induce germination.

Yangqi germination method

Fill the fine wood chips or wheat bran into the hotbed to a thickness of 10 cm, spread it flat, water it thoroughly, and spread it evenly passed seeds. After sowing, cover with about 1 cm of sawdust. Spray water finely to wet the sawdust and then cover with film. The seeds can be removed and sown by "splitting" them, or you can wait until the seeds sprout and then transplant.

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