1. Variety selection
When choosing the Sida cordatefolia variety, the following factors must be taken into account:
- Purpose of cultivation: Sida cordifolia can be used as an ornamental crop. For this purpose, there are varieties with different leaf colors, including green, yellow, orange and red.
- Plant size: Different varieties of Sida cordifolia differ in plant size. There are varieties that reach a height of 30 cm, and varieties that reach a height of 60 cm.
2. Soil preparation
Sida cordata is a light-loving plant, so for its cultivation it is necessary to choose sunny areas. Sida cordatefolia prefers fertile, loose and well-drained soils with a neutral or slightly alkaline reaction.
3. Landing
Sida cordifolia can be planted in open ground in the spring, when the soil temperature reaches +10 °C. The planting depth is 5-10 cm. The distance between plants is 20-30 cm.
4. Plant care
Sida cordifolia is an unpretentious plant, but to obtain good growth and development, the following measures must be taken:
- Watering: Sida cordifolia is a moisture-loving plant, so during the growing season it is necessary to regularly water the plants, preventing the soil from drying out. In hot and dry weather, watering is carried out daily.
- Fertilizing: During the period of active plant growth, 2-3 fertilizing with mineral fertilizers is carried out. The first feeding is carried out in the phase of 3-4 true leaves, the second - in the budding phase, the third - in the flowering phase.
- Weeding: It is necessary to weed regularly so that they do not choke the plants.
5. Harvest
The leaves of Sida cordifolia can be collected throughout the season. Leaves are cut with scissors or a sickle.
Additional Tips
- Sida cordatefolia prefers sunny places, but can also grow in partial shade.
- Sida cordata is a moisture-loving plant, but regular watering promotes more intensive growth and development of plants.
- Sida cordate-leaved does not require frequent feeding. It is enough to apply fertilizer 2-3 times a season.