Detailed Explanation of Nectarine Planting Techniques and Management Methods
Nectarine is a variety of peach, and its wild forms are mainly distributed in the northwest region of our country. Although nectarine is still in its development stage in our country, its market demand is also relatively large. Moreover, nectarine contains very rich vitamins and can supplement the vitamins the human body needs. So how should nectarines be planted? Below, the editor brings you the planting techniques for nectarines. Let's take a look!
1. Site selection and land preparation
Nectarine is suitable for growing in thick, soft soil rich in organic matter. Therefore, when establishing the orchard, we must carry out land preparation work on the soil. First, deep plow the soil about 25 cm, then finely level and harrow it, and expose the soil to the sun for about three days to eliminate pathogens in the soil. During land preparation, apply it together with base fertilizer to improve soil fertility. Because the root growth ability of nectarine trees is relatively strong, we should pay attention to regular intertillage and weeding work when planting, ensure the soil is sufficiently permeable, and provide sufficient growth nutrients for nectarines.
2. Propagation methods
Nectarine propagation methods include cuttings, sowing, grafting and many other propagation methods. If grafting propagation is used, then the rootstock should be selected from varieties such as wild peach. The self-pollination success rate of wild peach is relatively high, so we generally do not need to carry out artificial pollination work. If you want to improve the quality of nectarines and change their characteristics, then when planting we can mix-plant with other nectarine varieties and enhance the fruit variety through artificial pollination and other means. When selecting varieties, choose flexibly according to soil conditions, local market demand and local climate.
3. Water and fertilizer management
Nectarine has a large nutritional demand for growth, and sufficient base fertilizer must be applied not only before planting. From the year after planting, topdressing work should also be done well, and the amount and type of fertilizer should be controlled according to tree vigor, tree age, etc. For example, when topdressing young trees, mainly use nitrogen fertilizer, supplemented by potassium fertilizer, with the amount controlled at about 2-3 kg per year. For peach trees that have entered the fruiting stage, gradually increase the amount of compound fertilizer, mainly phosphorus fertilizer, supplemented by nitrogen and potassium, and reasonably supplement trace elements according to the specific conditions of the nectarine trees. Then do a good job in watering. Areas with sufficient rainfall may not need watering, but arid areas should maintain a certain water content, and the watering method should mainly be small-drop drip irrigation. When there is too much water, do a good job in drainage to prevent waterlogging and root rot.
4. Orchard management
The top branches of nectarine trees have relatively strong growth ability, have many branches, and the growth speed of new shoots is also very fast. If not suppressed, flower buds are very easily formed. Therefore, we must pay attention to doing a good job in pruning, with the goal of cultivating high-yield trees, control the tree shape well, and reasonably adjust according to tree vigor, plant spacing and row spacing, etc. Then, do a good job in intertillage and weeding, improve soil permeability, and prevent weeds from robbing the growth nutrients of nectarine trees. Create a good growth environment for nectarine trees.
The above is a brief introduction to nectarine planting techniques. The planting techniques for nectarine trees are actually not difficult; the main thing is for everyone to do a good job in management. Protect the growth of nectarine trees and avoid some unnecessary losses. That is all for today's introduction. This article is for reference only. Thank you for your reading and support.