Detailed Explanation of Field Management Techniques for Trichosanthes kirilowii
Trichosanthes kirilowii is a medicinal gourd. In recent years, when the market for Trichosanthes kirilowii was good, people who grew it seized a wealth-building opportunity, so Trichosanthes kirilowii cultivation became a relatively popular wealth-building project. Growing Trichosanthes kirilowii is basically similar to growing other gourds, but to increase the yield of Trichosanthes kirilowii, you still need to pay attention to field management. Today we will mainly learn about the field management techniques for Trichosanthes kirilowii. Let's take a look together.
1. Intertillage and Weeding
Trichosanthes kirilowii is generally transplanted when the seedlings grow to about ten to fifteen cm. After transplanting, we need to check the growth of the seedlings in the field and replant missing seedlings in time. When the Trichosanthes kirilowii seedlings grow to about twenty cm, the first intertillage and weeding after transplanting is needed. At this time, shallow tillage is generally used for weeding to avoid damaging the roots of the Trichosanthes kirilowii seedlings. Later intertillage should be carried out according to the specific growth of the Trichosanthes kirilowii seedlings. Generally, after multiple waterings or continuous rainfall, timely intertillage is needed to avoid soil compaction. After the later fruit-setting stage, the number of intertillage should be reduced as much as possible.
2. Fertilizer and Water Management
Seedling transplanting is generally chosen on cloudy and rainy days, so watering is not needed in this case, but if the planting weather is relatively dry, then watering is needed. The first topdressing is generally done when the Trichosanthes kirilowii seedlings grow to about forty to fifty cm, mainly with quick-acting fertilizer. At the same time, topdressing is best chosen on rainy days so that the nutrients can be absorbed better. During the growth period of Trichosanthes kirilowii, topdressing is generally done three times, with the same fertilizer types as the first topdressing. Later fertilization is done by applying an appropriate amount of fertilizer after each harvest of Trichosanthes kirilowii. Generally, watering is needed when fertilizing. Second, according to the different growth stages of Trichosanthes kirilowii, reasonably adjust the amount of watering.
3. Building a Trellis
To increase the yield of Trichosanthes kirilowii, reduce the occurrence of pests and diseases, and facilitate later management, a trellis needs to be built when the Trichosanthes kirilowii seedlings grow to about fifty cm. The height of the trellis is generally about one meter eight to two meters. Fix the supports, burying them about thirty cm deep, then connect the tops of the supports with thick rope, and guide the Trichosanthes kirilowii seedlings onto the supports to climb and grow. This can also control the air permeability in the field well.
4. Pruning Branches and Removing Shoots
When guiding the Trichosanthes kirilowii seedlings onto the supports, excess stems and leaves can be removed, keeping only two or three strong branches. When the main stem vine grows to about four to five meters, remove the terminal bud of the main stem vine to promote branch growth, then keep the secondary stem vines, tertiary stem vines, and reserve branches in the same way as before. At the same time, when pruning branches and leaves, arrange the stem vines well to avoid overlapping and squeezing. Only in this way can the air permeability in the field be ensured and nutrients be concentrated for supply.
5. Artificial Pollination
The fruit-setting rate of natural pollination in Trichosanthes kirilowii is relatively low, so the yield of wild Trichosanthes kirilowii is basically unstable and relatively low. Based on this characteristic, we need to carry out artificial pollination in field management, so as to improve the yield and quality of Trichosanthes kirilowii. Generally, a writing brush or feather can be used to apply the pollen of male flowers onto the stigma of female flowers, so that pollination is sufficient. Only in this way can the yield be guaranteed.
The above is what the editor wants to teach everyone today about the field management techniques for Trichosanthes kirilowii cultivation. I hope it can be helpful to everyone. If everyone finds it effective, you can leave a message for the editor. At the same time, if you encounter any problems during the planting process, you can consult the editor.