What are the methods to prevent black-skinned winter melon from cracking?
What methods can prevent black-skinned winter melon from cracking? Which methods are the most effective? To prevent black-skinned winter melon from cracking, you can refer to the following methods: (1) Choose crack-resistant varieties; (2) In rainy areas or rainy seasons, use deep furrows with high beds or ridge-based trellis cultivation; (3) Apply more organic fertilizer to increase the soil's permeability and water-holding capacity, so that the soil supplies water evenly, promoting vigorous plant growth, and prune promptly so that the fruit develops normally;
What methods can prevent black-skinned winter melon from cracking? Which methods are the most effective?
To prevent black-skinned winter melon from cracking, you can refer to the following methods:
(1) Choose crack-resistant varieties;
(2) In rainy areas or rainy seasons, use deep furrows with high beds or ridge-based trellis cultivation;
(3) Apply more organic fertilizer to increase the soil's permeability and water-holding capacity, so that the soil supplies water evenly and the plants grow vigorously; also prune promptly so that the fruit develops normally;
(4) The rind at the top of the fruit and on the side touching the ground is thicker and has fewer layers of wall cells, so during cultivation the fruit can be turned over to promote fruit development and prevent cracking; if necessary, spray a 0.1% zinc sulfate or copper sulfate solution during the fruit enlargement stage to improve its heat resistance and crack resistance.
(5) Spray a gibberellin solution after the petals fall, once every 7 days, for 2-3 consecutive sprays, which can also prevent the melon from cracking.
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