How much does a jin of Cape gooseberry cost? Detailed balcony pot planting method

The Cape gooseberry is a common wild fruit found by the roadside. Because its shape resembles a lantern, it is also called the lantern fruit. It contains a variety of nutrients and has a sweet taste. It is most commonly seen in Northeast China and is very popular among people. So how much does a jin of Cape gooseberry cost?How do you grow it on a balcony?

1. Introduction to the Cape gooseberry:

1. Where does the Cape gooseberry come from?

The Cape gooseberry has many places of origin. It originated in South America and is distributed in Yunnan, Guangdong, Shandong, Northeast China, North China, Hong Kong, China and other places in our country. Among them, it is called Colombian dragon fruit in Hong Kong, China, yellow gooseberry in Northeast China, and suansuanbeng in Jining, Shandong.

2. What varieties of Cape gooseberry are there?

Red gooseberry, small yellow gooseberry, purple gooseberry

2. How much is the market price of Cape gooseberry per jin?

The market price of Cape gooseberry is not expensive, generally around 8 to 10 yuan per jin, but due to differences in purchasing channels and quality, the price will also vary to some extent. For example, it is sold in supermarkets or shopping malls for around 20 yuan per jin, so the specific price still needs to be checked in the local market.

3. What are the balcony pot planting techniques for Cape gooseberry?

1. Flower pot selection:

The root system of the Cape gooseberry tends to grow deeper, so when choosing a flower pot, try to choose a larger pot for planting. Generally, a round flower pot with a diameter of 30 cm and a depth of more than 30 cm is best.

2. Soil selection:

The Cape gooseberry likes to grow in loose, fertile, slightly acidic soil, so when choosing soil, try to choose sandy soil with good fertility and a soil pH between 6.5 and 7.5 for the best planting.

3. Sowing:

(1) Seed treatment: Soak the seeds in warm water at about 50 degrees, stirring while adding water. When the water temperature reaches 30 degrees, place them indoors and soak for 24 hours. Generally, change the water every 8 hours, and stir the seeds thoroughly each time water is added so that the seeds can absorb water. Then wrap the seeds in a wet cloth and place them in a 25-degree environment for three to four days to sprout. During germination, it is best to turn the seeds two or three times and rinse them with warm clean water, so as to release heat, breathe oxygen, expel carbon dioxide, and sprout quickly.

(2) Sowing time: March to April

(3) Sowing method: Cape gooseberry can be sown directly or raised as seedlings and then transplanted, and usually seedling raising and transplanting is used. The specific method is to put the seeds into a disposable cup, then cover with thin soil, water an appropriate amount, and place in a 20-degree environment. They will sprout in 3 to 5 days.

4. Thinning:

After the Cape gooseberry seedlings emerge, remove crowded or relatively weak seedlings according to the actual situation, until only one Cape gooseberry seedling remains.

5. Transplanting and final planting:

When the Cape gooseberry grows to 15 to 20 cm tall, transplant it into a flower pot, then cover with soil and water an appropriate amount. When transplanting, try to transplant in the evening to better benefit plant growth.

6. Seedling stage management:

(1) Temperature control: After the seedlings emerge, try to keep the daytime temperature at around 25 degrees and the nighttime temperature at around 15 degrees to promote seedling growth.

(2) Reasonable watering: The Cape gooseberry does not have high water requirements. Generally, no watering is needed after sowing and before seedling emergence. After the seedlings emerge, water an appropriate amount when the potting soil is dry, so as to benefit seedling growth.

(3) Reasonable fertilizing: When transplanting the Cape gooseberry, be sure to apply enough base fertilizer. After one month, apply organic fertilizer once every half month to ensure sufficient nutrients.

(4) Suitable light: After transplanting, the Cape gooseberry should always maintain good light to benefit plant growth.

7. Harvesting:

After a period of growth, the skin color of the Cape gooseberry will gradually turn yellow, which means it has matured and can be harvested. When harvesting, try to let the fruit fall off naturally, then pick it up by hand. If the harvested fruit is not very ripe, it can be sprayed with ethylene to ripen it.

The above is an introduction to the market price and pot planting techniques of the Cape gooseberry. I hope it is helpful to everyone.