How to increase the yield of Shatian pomelo? The latest methods are here
Shatian pomelo is a variety of pomelo, a fruit belonging to the genus Citrus. Shatian pomelo tastes very sweet, with plump and juicy pulp segments, and is loved by many people. Moreover, the planting area of Shatian pomelo is now relatively widespread, and because its market demand is large, its planting prospects are very good. However, many people find when planting it that the yield is not very ideal, and sometimes they cannot even recover their costs. So how can the yield of Shatian pomelo be increased? Let's take a look below!
1. Rational fertilization
The fertilizer requirement of Shatian pomelo is relatively large, and when Shatian pomelo enters the fruiting stage, its demand for nutrients becomes even greater. Therefore, during the growth process of Shatian pomelo, we must do a good job of fertilizer application. A rational fertilization method is the key to ensuring high yield of Shatian pomelo. When fertilizing, the proportion of chemical fertilizers should be reduced or chemical fertilizers should not be used, and organic fertilizers and nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium fertilizers should mainly be used. Before topdressing, the amount should be controlled according to the growth age and fruit load of each tree, and topdressing should be carried out in time at stages with high fertilizer demand such as before flowering and during fruiting.
2. Water management
Shatian pomelo likes water, and during the growth period the soil should be kept in a moist state, though this should also be determined according to the specific growth conditions of Shatian pomelo. For example, during flower bud differentiation of Shatian pomelo, the water demand is relatively small, and the soil water content should not be too high; about 22% is sufficient. Also, after the autumn shoots gradually turn green, water should be gradually reduced to promote the growth of autumn shoots and improve nutrient accumulation in the tree. This improves the flowering and fruiting rate of Shatian pomelo, promotes pollination and fruit set, and increases yield. Shatian pomelo likes water but is not tolerant of waterlogging, so when there is too much water in the orchard, drainage should also be carried out in time.
3. Effective shoot control
Shoot control is an indispensable task throughout the entire growth period of Shatian pomelo from young tree to maturity. For example, for some fruit trees that have already reached fruiting age but do not bear fruit in time, most of the reasons are excessive nutrients in the tree, too many vigorous and excessive water shoots, and insufficient light on inner canopy branches affecting growth, which leads to failure of flower bud differentiation. At this time, we should promptly control the growth of the top shoots of Shatian pomelo and promote the development of inner canopy branches. In summer, branches longer than 32 cm should be cut back to change the growth direction of Shatian pomelo, increase the number of fruiting mother branches, and increase yield.
4. Shaping and pruning
The main purpose of shaping and pruning work is to improve the tree structure of Shatian pomelo, and the pruning target is also the fruiting mother branches of Shatian pomelo. In order to promote the growth of fruiting mother branches and improve the flowering and fruiting rate of Shatian pomelo, we should cut off the vigorous, overly dense and overly long outer branches. Keep some horizontal branches and drooping branches to promote the growth of inner canopy branches and prevent excessive density of branches and leaves from reducing the permeability of the fruit tree. In summer, the methods of pinching and bud removal should be used to control branch growth, adjust the growth focus of Shatian pomelo, and ensure sufficient yield.
The above are several methods for increasing the yield of Shatian pomelo. To increase the yield of Shatian pomelo, fruit growers need to have a correct management method. These points are also the key management points when we plant Shatian pomelo. The yield of Shatian pomelo determines its own economic benefits of planting. Therefore, everyone must strengthen orchard management to ensure yield. That is all for today's introduction. This article is for reference only. If you want to learn more related information, please continue to follow us!