Burdock Seeds – Musume – Heirloom
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Other Common Names: Edible burdock, great burdock, gobo, niu pang, dong yang luo bo, and ngao pong.
How to Grow Salada Musume Burdock
Sow seeds in spring or fall in a sunny location. Improve germination by soaking for 24 hours in warm water. Scarification of seeds can also help. Cover very lightly as light improves germination. Keep the seedbed moist. Thin out the weak seedlings. After germination, the seedlings grow quickly. If sowing in seed trays, transplant into a permanent growing space as soon as possible and before a taproot begins to form.
Pinch off the flowers as they appear to concentrate plant energy on tuber production. Fertilizer or an organic compost addition can encourage hearty growth. For sowing in autumn, provide covers or cloches to help the plants overwinter.
