What are the orchard planting techniques and management methods for Shatang mandarin?

Shatang mandarin, also known as "October orange", is a citrus variety originally from Zhaoqing that was later widely cultivated, with planting areas spread across Guangxi, Guilin and other places. Shatang mandarin tastes crisp and sweet, and is rich in vitamins and trace elements. It is one of people's favorite foods in summer. The scale of Shatang mandarin cultivation grows larger every year, and its planting techniques are now very mature. So below, Shuaishuai will explain the latest planting methods for Shatang mandarin!

I. Planting techniques for Shatang mandarin

1. The planting time for Shatang mandarin is generally February to March each year. Choose land with high fertility for planting, and when selecting the land, try to choose a location close to abundant water sources. Before planting, first apply the base fertilizer well, then dig the holes and apply phosphate fertilizer, or you can also use livestock manure and urine water. After finishing the land preparation, we can plant the seedlings. If the branches and leaves of the seedlings are too long, they should be pruned, which can reduce water evaporation and wasted nutrient consumption caused by excess branches and leaves. Cut off the main root, leaving only the fibrous roots, and keep the soil moist.

2. After the Shatang mandarin seedlings are planted, make sure there is no rainy weather in the following period. Within three days after planting, keep the soil moist and water every day; there must be no water shortage. Water until the plants survive, then stop. In the period after they survive, growth is fastest, so the branches will grow very slender. Therefore, we should prune them, which can prevent them from swaying unsteadily when blown by the wind or even being broken by the wind, and also increases the survival rate.

II. Management methods for Shatang mandarin

1. Pest control methods

First, there are scale insects. For this pest, it is necessary to grasp the timing of spraying; once found, deal with it promptly. During the first-generation nymph stage, the pesticide thiazinone can be used to kill them. Usually pay more attention to the ventilation conditions in the orchard and do a good job of environmental sanitation. Light penetration in the orchard should also be good. These are all very effective for preventing pests.

2. Aphid control methods

The probability of aphids appearing is very high. Aphids appear during the growth process of many plants, and their probability of damaging the new shoots of Shatang mandarin is as high as 25 percent. Besides them, there are also a series of insects such as the seven-spot ladybird. The seven-spot ladybird should be protected; it is a beneficial insect. Cut off all branches that carry aphid eggs.

3. Control of citrus leafminer

This pest has a relatively high incidence in summer and autumn. In this regard, we should do a good job of fertilizing and watering so that the branches grow more uniformly. Spraying can be used for treatment, and the pesticide abamectin can be sprayed. The spraying interval is one week, and spraying continuously 2-3 times is enough.

III. Water management for Shatang mandarin

The usual management work is watering and fertilizing to supplement nutrient elements. You can use decomposed livestock manure and urine to splash on the soil, combined with nitrogen fertilizer for alternating fertilization. Watering is decided according to the season and temperature. If in summer, the watering interval should be shorter and the number of waterings should be more. In addition, the amount of water should also be controlled well, and try to water thoroughly each time.

IV. Branch and leaf pruning of Shatang mandarin

During the young tree stage, mainly prune the extended parts of its main branches, which is more beneficial to the growth of its side branches. In the adult stage, pay attention to the intensity of pruning; only a certain amount can be pruned each time. Cut off places where branches and leaves grow relatively densely. If the flower quantity is excessive and the number of flowers is too large, they should also be cut off. Reducing the number of flowers can increase the number of fruits set.

The above are the orchard planting techniques and management methods for Shatang mandarin. In the later stage of Shatang mandarin, fertilizer and water management are very important, because the period of growth after planting is the golden period of growth, and this period should be grasped well. To learn more related information, please continue to follow Qinnong Network!