Latest Field Management for Autumn and Winter Chinese Cabbage
Chinese cabbage can be said to be the vegetable we eat the most in our lives. The nutritional value of Chinese cabbage is very high, and it is welcomed by many people. As we gradually enter autumn, the sowing time for autumn and winter Chinese cabbage has also gradually arrived. When planting autumn and winter Chinese cabbage, management work is very important. So how should autumn and winter Chinese cabbage be managed? Below, the editor brings you the field management for autumn and winter Chinese cabbage. Let's take a look!
1. Thinning and Final Thinning
During the seedling stage of autumn and winter Chinese cabbage, in order to avoid the phenomenon of crowded and leggy cabbage seedlings, thinning work should be done well. Throughout the seedling stage, thinning should be carried out about 3 times. It is generally done at the cross stage, the 3-leaf stage, and the 6-leaf stage. When the seedlings grow to 3-4 weeks and enter the rosette stage, do the final thinning work well. Plant spacing should be controlled according to factors such as variety and water and fertilizer conditions. Generally, the plant spacing for medium-sized cabbage varieties should be maintained at about 50 cm, while large varieties should be maintained at about 60 cm. If there is a shortage of seedlings, then replant missing seedlings in time.
2. Cultivation and Weeding
When thinning Chinese cabbage seedlings, it can be combined with cultivation work. The number of cultivations should also be maintained at about 3 times, generally carried out at the second thinning, final thinning, and the middle of the rosette stage of Chinese cabbage. The first cultivation should mainly be shallow cultivation, the second should appropriately deepen the roots, and the degree of the last cultivation should be such that it does not damage the cabbage roots. During cultivation, it should also be combined with weeding and earthing up. When earthing up, put the soil from the furrow onto the side of the ridge to protect root growth and improve field drainage and irrigation.
3. Water and Fertilizer Management
Whether Chinese cabbage is planted in autumn and winter or spring, the demand for water and fertilizer is very large. Water and fertilizer are also very important for the growth of Chinese cabbage. We must control the amount of water and fertilizer according to the growth stages of Chinese cabbage. When fertilizing, control the types of fertilizer according to the nutritional needs of cabbage, generally mainly organic fertilizer and fertilizers such as ammonium sulfate. When fertilizing, pay attention to controlling the amount of fertilizer, do not apply too much fertilizer, to prevent fertilizer damage. The same applies to watering. While meeting the water needs of Chinese cabbage, control the amount of watering well. Do not water too much, otherwise it will have a great impact on the yield and quality of Chinese cabbage.
4. Pest and Disease Control
The disease resistance of Chinese cabbage is not very strong. During the growth process of Chinese cabbage, common pests and diseases include downy mildew, viral disease, aphids, etc. Pest and disease control work is very critical and directly affects the yield and quality of cabbage. When planting, we should pay attention to doing management work well. Strengthen water and fertilizer management, cultivation and earthing up, etc. Then disinfect regularly to eliminate pathogens in the field. And also frequently observe the growth of cabbage. After discovering abnormalities, promptly identify the cause and then make corresponding treatments.
The above is a brief introduction to the field management of autumn and winter Chinese cabbage. That is all for today's introduction. This article is for reference only, and I hope it can help everyone!