Detailed Explanation of the Latest Key Points for Growing Pepino Melon
When we were children, we watched TV and saw a kind of pepino melon, and in reality there is also pepino melon. Although it is not as exaggerated as on TV, it also has a certain effect of prolonging life and can also treat diabetes and high blood pressure. So many people are willing to grow it, but there are many issues to pay attention to when planting. Let us take a look below at the precautions for growing pepino melon.
1. Temperature
Pepino melon is a fruit that likes warmth and humidity but is not tolerant of high temperatures. It can grow and develop normally in an environment of 10-35 degrees, and this temperature range allows it to be planted in most areas of our country. It is relatively strict about temperature. The suitable temperature for daytime growth is 20-25 degrees, the suitable temperature for nighttime growth is 8-15, and the suitable temperature for fruit setting is around 25 degrees. Maintaining these temperatures during planting allows it to grow extremely quickly. However, if the temperature is below 8 degrees, pepino melon cannot grow normally, and below 0 degrees it will directly freeze to death, so this point must be noted in planting.
2. Heavy Clay Soil
Pepino melon likes to grow in plots with loose and fertile soil, good drainage, and good permeability, but it fears waterlogging. Once the soil accumulates too much water, its root system is very likely to rot, and in severe cases it will cause the plant to die. Therefore, in the rainy season, preparations for drainage and waterlogging prevention must be made to avoid root rot caused by excessive rainwater and water accumulation. So when planting, do not choose low-lying and heavy clay soil for planting. Heavy clay soil is not suitable for drainage in the rainy season, and it is very easy to harden, resulting in excellent permeability and affecting the normal growth of the plant.
3. Avoid Improper Pesticide Use
Pepino melon is extremely sensitive to chemical agents. If chemical agents are used improperly or excessively during planting, it will be affected, with poor growth in mild cases and death in severe cases. In particular, when controlling aphids and mites, pesticides should not be used, otherwise it can very easily cause dead plants and total crop failure, resulting in huge losses.
4. Strengthen Ventilation
In response to the above situations, many fruit growers mostly choose greenhouse cultivation when growing pepino melon, so that temperature, moisture, and the harm of pests and diseases can be controlled very well. However, if the humidity in the greenhouse is extremely high, it is very easy to cause Phytophthora disease, so attention should be paid to frequent ventilation and air exchange to reduce air humidity and prevent Phytophthora disease. In addition, during rainy periods the air humidity is already high, and ventilation may make the humidity inside the greenhouse even greater, so at this time carbendazim, chlorothalonil, etc. should be sprayed in time to prevent and control diseases.
The above are the precautions for growing pepino melon. I hope it can help you. If you want to learn more related knowledge, please follow us.