How to Grow Cherries in a Greenhouse? Detailed Explanation of Key Planting Techniques

Cherry is a general term for certain plants of the genus Prunus, mainly distributed in the United States, Canada, Chile, Australia, Europe and other places. Below is an introduction to greenhouse cherry planting techniques.

Introduction to greenhouse cherry planting techniques!

1. Site selection and orchard establishment

Choose a plot of loam or sandy loam that is sheltered from the wind, facing the sun, with sufficient light, flat terrain, convenient drainage and irrigation, and loose soil for establishing the orchard.

2. Timely planting

Greenhouse cherries can be planted by transplanting large trees or by planting cherry saplings. The time for planting cherry saplings and transplanting large trees is generally from mid-March to mid-to-late April in spring, from when the soil thaws until before the saplings and trees sprout; the autumn planting time for cherry trees is after frost, and before transplanting, remove any leaves that have not fallen from the trees.

3. Planting density

The planting spacing of cherry trees is (3-4) m X (4-5) m. For greenhouse planting with a longer establishment time, planned close planting can be adopted, with a spacing of 2 m X 3 m, divided into permanent trees and temporary trees, with planned cultivation and felling. Generally, a north-south row orientation is used. Before planting, cover the planting ditch with soil to a height of 25 cm above the ground to form a high ridge, with a ridge width of about 30 cm. After planting, irrigate and cover the rows with black plastic film.

4. Pruning and training

For young trees, remove excessively vigorous upright main branches on the central leader and excessively vigorous water sprouts on the main branches. For the retained main branches and lateral branches on the main branches, focus on bending branches to open the angle and notching buds. For trees in the initial fruiting stage, 4-7 years old, adjust the tree structure and pay attention to cultivating fruiting branch groups on the main branches. For trees in the full fruiting stage, adjust the tree structure well to improve the light and air conditions within the canopy.

5. Fertilizer and water management

The topdressing time is before flowering or during the first rapid growth period of the fruit, mainly with quick-acting nitrogen fertilizer; supplementary fertilizer after fruit harvest can enhance the tree's stored nutrients and promote flower bud differentiation. From germination to before flowering, water thoroughly, and water again 10-15 days after flower drop. In addition, after fruit harvest, flower bud differentiation proceeds intensively. To restore the tree and ensure normal flower bud differentiation, topdressing and watering should be carried out.

6. Pest and disease control

Crown gall, brown spot shot hole disease, and the peach fruit moth are all common pests and diseases harmful to cherry trees, and prevention should be done in advance.