The growth ability of Salvia plebeia is strong, and most of the land can be cultivated, but it is suitable to cultivate in deep soil layer, good drainage, fertile and loose sand soil.
Salvia plebeia is photophilous and has a strong demand for light, long-term exposure to light can promote the growth and development of Salvia plebeia, and sufficient light should be maintained during cultivation.
Lychee grass is afraid of waterlogging, if long-term water is easy to appear root rot phenomenon, usually watering times should not be too much, 2-3 days watering once.
Salvia plebeia is not tolerant to cold, and too low temperature will cause serious damage to the plant.During the cultivation period, the most suitable planting temperature is 20-30 deg C.
1. Disease: The main disease of Salvia plebeia is downy mildew.Downy mildew can damage the rhizome and leaves of Salvia plebeia, resulting in yellow leaves, which can lead to plant death.Before cultivation, disease-resistant varieties should be selected, and 400-600 times of HILOT Kaishuang diluted spray should be sprayed every 5-7 days to control the defoliation of diseased plants.
2. Pests: The main pests of Lychee grass are crickets and caterpillars.They will suck the sap and tender buds of Salvia plebeia, affecting the normal development of Salvia plebeia, can be sprayed with 6% wettable BHC 1 ~ 2 times to control, can effectively control its harm.