Latest Key Points of Field Management for Kadsura coccinea Explained in Detail

Although Kadsura coccinea has an unpleasant-sounding name, it is a fruit with very high nutritional value. Now the market for Kadsura coccinea is gradually opening up, and more and more people are growing it. However, regardless of whether growers are new or experienced, their yields are very unsatisfactory. So when planting, in order to increase the yield of Kadsura coccinea, we need to do a good job in field management for Kadsura coccinea cultivation. Below, the editor will introduce the key points of field management for Kadsura coccinea.

1. Water and Fertilizer Management

Kadsura coccinea has a relatively large demand for water and fertilizer throughout its growth period, so we need to do a good job in water and fertilizer management during cultivation. In addition to watering sufficiently during the flowering and fruiting period of Kadsura coccinea, nutrients are also essential. Usually, topdressing is needed about twice a year, respectively at leaf expansion and before flowering. The first time is mainly with farmyard manure, applied in a ring trench around the roots. Then the second time is mainly with phosphorus and potassium fertilizer to strengthen the growth capacity of flowers and fruits. It is best to apply topdressing once more during the fruit expansion period, together with one intertillage and weeding, to ensure fruit quality.

2. Timely Trellising

Because Kadsura coccinea is a vine plant, we need to set up a trellis at the right time in the second year after planting. The trellis material must be stable and sturdy, and not easily blown down by wind. Determine the trellis form according to the planting area and surrounding environment, but no matter what form is used, it should mainly follow the up-and-down row direction. Avoid making the orchard too closed and improve air permeability. The height of the trellis should be maintained at about 2 m to ensure that Kadsura coccinea has sufficient space to climb. After the trellis is set up, guide the main vines of Kadsura coccinea onto the trellis and then let them grow freely.

Because the tree form of Kadsura coccinea is relatively large, shaping and pruning are very important for its growth. Pruning work for Kadsura coccinea trees should be carried out once in each season. In spring pruning, before new shoots sprout, cut off weak fruiting branches and old dead branches, and retain about 10 buds on strong fruiting branches. Then carry out summer pruning from June to August. The main pruning targets in summer pruning are basal branches, crossing branches, and branches with pests or diseases. Remove excessively long and dense branches. Adjust the structure of the fruit tree, control the growth of the main vines, and prepare for growth in the second year. In autumn and winter, focus mainly on basal branches to improve the cold resistance of Kadsura coccinea trees.

4. Intertillage and Weeding

During the growth period of Kadsura coccinea, intertillage and weeding work has a great relationship with its yield and fruit quality. Therefore, we should carry out intertillage and weeding regularly. Intertillage can effectively loosen the soil, improve soil fertility, and enhance the nutrient absorption capacity of Kadsura coccinea roots. Also, during intertillage, a water basin should be made at the base of the fruit tree to facilitate irrigation and drainage. When weeding, it is best to use manual weeding. If herbicides can be avoided, avoid them, so as to prevent damage to the soil and fruit trees and reduce pollution.

The above is a brief introduction to the key points of field management for Kadsura coccinea. The management work for Kadsura coccinea cultivation is very important. Although the yield of Kadsura coccinea is low, doing a good job in management can increase the yield. Therefore, everyone must pay close attention. That is all for today's introduction. This article is for reference only, and I hope it can help everyone!