What are the key points to note when growing Elaeagnus umbellata? You need to master these points
Elaeagnus umbellata is originally named Elaeagnus umbellata (hutuizi), and some people call it niushiziguo, queersu, or yangnaizi. Some of you may have eaten it or seen it around. It tastes sweet and sour, and is full of juice, so it can be used to make juice, canned goods, candied fruit, and other foods. At present, many regions have begun to cultivate it artificially, so what should be noted when growing Elaeagnus umbellata? Let's find out together.
1. Planting environment
Unlike other fruit trees, Elaeagnus umbellata has extremely strong cold resistance and can grow in an environment of minus 8 degrees. On the contrary, its heat resistance is weaker, and it is not tolerant of high temperatures. Its suitable growth temperature is between 20-35 degrees. Once it exceeds 35 degrees, it may cause its death. Elaeagnus umbellata has strong vitality and can also grow under hillside forests or in humid valleys, but it is suitable for growing in neutral, acidic, and calcareous soil. It is highly resistant to drought and barren conditions, but it is afraid of waterlogging, so attention is needed.
2. Propagation methods
There are generally two propagation methods for growing Elaeagnus umbellata: one is sowing, and the other is cuttings. Sowing propagation is generally carried out in May. Put the harvested fruit aside for a period of time, and after the flesh rots, take out the seeds, wash them, and sow them. However, its seed germination rate is low, so when sowing, the sowing amount should be appropriately increased. Cutting propagation is generally carried out in April. Choose two-year-old branches as cuttings, cut them into about 15 cm, and then insert them for cutting. After cutting, shade, watering, and light must be managed well, otherwise it will be unfavorable for their survival.
3. Planting density
Elaeagnus umbellata is a small shrub plant. It has strong adaptability, and its crown and root system are relatively small, so it can be planted densely, but attention should be paid to the row spacing and plant spacing. Generally, we keep the row spacing at about 1.5 m and the plant spacing at about 1 m, or plant at a density of 400-500 plants per mu. Before planting, dig the planting holes well, apply farmyard manure as base fertilizer, and maintain moisture in time after planting to help survival.
4. Field management
After planting, timely cultivating, weeding, and fertilizing should be carried out to promote the growth of Elaeagnus umbellata. In order to avoid the breeding of pests and diseases and competition with the plants for water and fertilizer, weeding must be done frequently. When starting cultivation, pay attention to the depth to avoid damage to the root system. In addition, in autumn, pruning should be done in time to cut off some overly dense branches and maintain good ventilation. Generally, it will bear fruit in three years.
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