What are the precautions for planting mulberries? Keep these key points in mind

Mulberries have high nutritional and medicinal value. They can be eaten as fruit and also used as medicine, making them an essential health-preserving delicacy today. I remember that when I was a child back in my hometown, mulberry trees grew in many places, and at that time nobody wanted the mulberries, but now that mulberries have become more valuable, people plant them specifically. Below are some issues to note when planting mulberries, compiled by the editors of Qinong.com, in the hope that they will be helpful to everyone.

1. Planting conditions

Although mulberries are highly adaptable, there are still some necessary planting requirements. First, if you want high yields, it is best to plant them in fertile sandy soil with good permeability and drainage. Second, choose a location with ample sunlight, as their growth requires a large amount of light. Third, it is best to plant in winter and spring each year. Finally, choose a good variety.

2. Planting density

Many people do not consider the issue of density when planting, and some even think that the more plants planted, the higher the yield, but this is not actually the case. Its density has a certain scientific basis. The usual density is to plant with a row spacing of 1.5 m and a plant spacing of about 1.2 m, but we also need to make specific arrangements according to the fertility of the planting site and the choice of variety. Generally, it is also controlled at a row spacing of about 1.3 to 1.5 m and a plant spacing of about 1.2 to 1.3 m.

3. Fertilizer and water management

Fertilizer and water management is actually a point that must be mentioned. Although everyone knows that fertilizer and water management is very important, if fertilizer and water management is unscientific, it can also cause great harm to mulberry trees. Newly planted mulberry trees are very fragile at this time, and if they are not managed well, they may very likely die. Usually, fertilization is needed three times a year. The first time is generally in early spring each year, mainly watering with manure and urine water and urea. When watering, be careful not to get too close to the roots, otherwise they will be burned to death. The second fertilization should wait until the mulberry trees bloom. At this time, we should combine intertillage and weeding with watering, mainly using farmyard manure. The third fertilization is one week after the flowers fade, mainly using organic fertilizer combined with urea for furrow fertilization, and an appropriate amount of dimethoate emulsion can be sprayed.

4. Pruning branches and cutting leaves

Many people basically do not pay attention to the issue of pruning branches and cutting leaves when planting mulberries, so various pests and diseases often appear, or the yield declines year after year. One very important factor is the lack of pruning. Pruning can be done appropriately once a year, generally in winter around February, or in early spring each year when mulberries begin to sprout and grow new shoots. The principle of pruning is to remove diseased branches, old branches, weak branches, and dense branches.