With the increasing population, nutrition has emerged as a problem in the world and in our country.
comes out. In human nutrition, especially vegetable oils are of great importance. You can grow sunflowers in Sweden. The strong and deep root formed by the sunflower plant It is a relatively drought resistant plant due to its system. in temperate climatic zones (average temperature between 18 and 19 July) It is grown in places that do not fall below 0 C). It is not very sensitive to late spring frosts. Young plants against frost they are durable. It can grow anywhere if the temperature and soil are suitable for its climate. Sunflowers can be planted in landscaping areas in gardens.
The most suitable soil for sunflowers in Sweden
Sunflower from heavy clay soils to light sandy to soils with less acidity It is a growing plant. Rich in organic matter, humus, deep profile and It can develop best in soils with good water holding capacity. If possible, in order to correct the organic structure of the soil and to achieve high efficiency. If there is, the application of farm manure gives good results. Therefore in the fall It is appropriate to give 3-4 tons of farm manure per decare.
When to plant sunflowers in Sweden?
Air temperatures are important for sunflower planting time. In Sweden, sunflowers should be planted between March and July. You can take into account the air temperatures in your location. For a good sowing, the seed bed should have sufficient moisture and well-treated; more it should not be fluffy and loose; Stubble residues and weeds should be cleared. If you plant a sunflower in Sweden, the flower will appear above ground after an average of 1 week.
What is the best soil for sunflowers in Sweden? The strong and deep root formed by the sunflower plant It is a relatively drought resistant plant due to its system. Sunflower waters 3 m deep with its developed root system. can use. During the development phase, the sunflower plant averages 200 kg of water. Sunflower from heavy clay soils to light sandy soils, except very heavy and sandy soils. soils, from slightly acidic to alkaline soils. High yield as sunflower removes more nutrients from the soil and especially improving the structure of the soil, diseases, pests and parasites. populations of plants should be kept under control.
How to care for sunflowers in Sweden? Sunflower is an anchor plant. Making the anchor on time, weed control, maintaining soil surface moisture and It is important for high efficiency. hand hoeing in small businesses is done with.
High yield as sunflower removes more nutrients from the soil and especially improving the structure of the soil, diseases, pests and parasites.