Why Does Only Henbit Form Dense Clusters? Why Deer Avoid Certain Weeds & Spring Seedbed (MS) Preparation
Good morning everyone. We have welcomed a warm morning.
Starting yesterday (March 16), professional farmers have begun working. They have started laying agricultural covering material (mulch sheet) over the ridges in the fields.
This sheet shows excellent effects. For example, it suppresses weed growth in enclosed soil, prevents soil changes and drying caused by rainfall, and helps prevent diseases such as fungal infections.
From early morning, I prepared seedbed (MS). Indeed, it is warm, and no frost columns have formed.
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| Soil preparation status of the seedbed (MS) where Henbit clusters were present |
The upper section contains many small stones, so I decided to dig it shallowly. This bed seems suitable for leafy vegetables. I am gradually continuing the work toward the central area.
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| Henbit cluster conditions |
Then, clusters of Henbit deadnettle appeared. By the way, sharp observers may notice that this is an area where deer live.
That is right. This weed belongs to the mint family and has fine hairs on its leaves and stems. Deer probably avoid eating it because of its distinctive aroma and unpleasant texture. As a result, only this weed remains. This is a common scene in rural mountain areas and forest edges where deer are present. It looks very similar to mint.
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| Overall condition of Henbit deadnettle |
People can eat these young leaves as tempura or boiled greens, but they have a somewhat strong flavor, so they are not commonly eaten. I prioritize vegetables that are more palatable than this.
In any case, it is a highly invasive weed that rapidly spreads in early spring. If it increases, it becomes troublesome, so I need to remove it quickly. And I also need to take measures against deer.
Well then, that’s it for today!
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