What are the cultivation methods for the Emperor Mandarin?
The Emperor Mandarin is a type of citrus. Legend has it that because Empress Wu Zetian was very fond of this kind of mandarin, it became known as the Emperor Mandarin. The Emperor Mandarin is rich in nutrients and excels in color, aroma and taste. It can not only be eaten as a fruit, but is also processed into many products. Its peel can be dried and used as medicine, and has a series of effects such as detoxifying and promoting blood circulation, and aiding digestion and resolving blood stasis. So how should the Emperor Mandarin be cultivated? Today, the editor brings you the cultivation methods for the Emperor Mandarin. Let's take a look!
1. Site selection and orchard establishment
There are certain soil requirements for cultivating the Emperor Mandarin. The Emperor Mandarin achieves relatively high yields on fertile, deep and loose-textured soil. It is not suitable to plant it on sites with steep slopes. A soil pH of around 6 is most suitable. Plan the Emperor Mandarin orchard rationally, do a good job in reducing roads and irrigation and drainage systems, and ensure there is sufficient water around, ensuring the water source is clean and pollution-free. Before planting, pay attention to the planting time. Generally, spring and autumn each year are the most suitable planting times. Also, when planting, pay attention to planting density; it should not be planted densely, because the Emperor Mandarin has a very large demand for light.
2. Cultivation and weeding
The Emperor Mandarin has a relatively large yield, so its nutritional demands during growth are relatively high. During cultivation, we should carry out appropriate cultivation and weeding work, and promptly deep-plow and expand the holes to improve soil fertility. When cultivating, pay attention to the depth; it should not be too deep or too shallow. If too deep, it may damage the root system of the Emperor Mandarin tree, causing obstruction of nutrient absorption and transport, and affecting the yield of the Emperor Mandarin. And because the planting is relatively sparse, appropriate intercropping can be done in the orchard. However, tall-stalk crops should not be planted, because they will not only compete for the Emperor Mandarin's nutrients, but also affect the Emperor Mandarin's light absorption.
3. Fertilizer and water management
As just mentioned, the Emperor Mandarin has relatively large nutritional demands, so when cultivating it we should strengthen fertilizer application. The Emperor Mandarin's nutritional needs are relatively comprehensive, so we should control the nutrient proportions in the fertilizer well and increase the proportion of organic fertilizer. Appropriately adjust the fertilizer according to the growth condition of the fruit trees, soil fertility and other aspects. When fertilizing, follow the principle of applying more frequently but in small amounts. At least four topdressings per year are needed to ensure the healthy growth of the Emperor Mandarin and increase yield. The Emperor Mandarin has moderate water needs; water should not be too much or too little. Water promptly during drought, but also drain promptly when there is too much accumulated water in the orchard.
4. Shaping and pruning
Shaping and pruning are for improving the orchard's permeability and promoting the flowering and fruiting of the fruit trees. When shaping and pruning, carry out appropriately according to factors such as tree shape, and reasonably promote or suppress growth. When pruning, control the pruning method according to tree age. For example, during the young tree stage, shorten the extension branches, main branches and secondary branches, etc., to adjust the growth balance of the fruit trees, and appropriately retain the inner canopy and middle-lower shoots. Then, according to the growth stages of the tree body, such as the fruiting stage and full fruiting stage, etc., ensure the flowering and fruiting rate and yield of the fruit trees, and improve the economic benefits of cultivation.
The above is the editor's brief introduction to the cultivation methods for the Emperor Mandarin. As long as there is a correct cultivation method, the yield of the Emperor Mandarin is still quite good. However, when cultivating, we should also pay attention to doing a good job in disease prevention and control, which is the key reason threatening yield and quality. That is all for today's introduction. This article is for reference only. If you want to learn more related information, please continue to follow us!