How to Grow Kiwifruit? A Full Analysis of the Key Planting Techniques
Kiwifruit is a fruit with extremely high anti-cancer effects. Kiwifruit is also called kiwi, because kiwi is its artificially bred variety, so it has become habitually called that due to widespread use. Many people have asked about the difference between kiwifruit and kiwi; in fact there is no difference, they are the same fruit. The skin of kiwifruit is covered in fuzz and it looks rather small. This fruit cannot be grown just anywhere, so how should kiwifruit be planted? Let Shuaishuai tell you below!
I. Growing Environment
1. Temperature
Temperature is a very important factor for the growing environment of kiwifruit. It is very sensitive to temperature, and different kiwifruit species have different temperature requirements. Generally, the best climate for kiwifruit is a subtropical or temperate humid climate. The optimal temperature difference between Actinidia chinensis and Actinidia deliciosa differs by nearly ten-plus degrees.
2. Water
During its growth period, kiwifruit fears waterlogging but also greatly needs water, so when planting kiwifruit, water control is very strict, because you must both prevent waterlogging and ensure sufficient water. Therefore, when choosing a site, you must choose well, and as far as possible select a humid climate zone, a riverside that is humid year-round, or a spot near a water source. For example, the rainfall in the first half of the year in the central and eastern regions is quite suitable, with plenty of water, which makes artificial irrigation much more convenient.
3. Light
Most kiwifruit require semi-shaded light conditions. Although they like light, they are best suited to diffused light. Never use strong ultraviolet light for direct exposure, as this is very unfavorable for their growth.
4. Soil
The soil only needs to be loose and breathable. Of course, the soil still needs fertility, ensuring the soil's organic matter content, and the pH value should be on the acidic side. Absolutely do not use strongly alkaline soil.
II. Planting Techniques
1. Slope and Slope Aspect
Anyone who has grown kiwifruit knows that kiwifruit is a typical light-loving and phototropic plant, so when planting, if you are planting on a small hillside, it is best to choose a sunny slope, and the slope must not exceed 30 degrees. This allows it to receive light better and is also more conducive to later trellising and land preparation.
2. Fertilization
Because kiwifruit likes fertilizer but also fears root burn, fertilizing kiwifruit mainly depends on its growth condition, and its fertilization needs are determined according to its developmental state. For example, if kiwifruit develops small leaves, stops developing, and so on, it indicates a lack of inorganic nutrients. So inorganic fertilizer can be applied to it. Besides base fertilizer, apply whatever fertilizer it needs.
3. Pest and Disease Control
Kiwifruit mainly has the following diseases:
① Mulberry white scale: fenitrothion spray can be used to kill it.
② Flower rot: flower buds can be controlled with Baume degree lime sulfur mixture, and mancozeb wettable powder can also be used for control.
③ Leaf blight: leaf blight can be controlled with a thiophanate wettable powder solution.
② Gray mold: captan spray can be used for control.
⑤ Soft rot and ripe rot: both are caused by bacteria and fungi, so carbendazim can be used for control.
The above are the planting techniques for kiwifruit. Kiwifruit planting requires caution. Those who want to plant it should consider the planting conditions and planting site well, because kiwifruit has relatively high requirements for environmental conditions. If you are not very familiar with local conditions, it is best to figure them out first. To learn more related knowledge, please continue to follow Qinnong Web!