Melon is an important cash crop with high nutritional value and market demand. In order to improve the yield and quality of melons, it is important to master the correct planting and fertilization techniques. This article will introduce the planting and fertilization techniques of melon in detail.
1. Planting technology
1.Land selection and land preparation.
Choose deep, fertile, well-drained land for planting. Before sowing, the soil is finely divided and flat, which is conducive to the growth and development of melons.
2.Sow.
Choose the appropriate sowing time, generally under the conditions of suitable temperature and good soil moisture. When sowing, the ditch is opened according to the specified row spacing, and the seeds are evenly scattered in the ditch, and then covered with soil and suppressed.
3.Field management.
In the process of growing melons, delicate field management is required. Carry out weeding in time to prevent the influence of weeds on the growth of melons. At the same time, it is necessary to irrigate and drain water reasonably to maintain appropriate soil moisture.
4.Pest and disease control.
Melons are often attacked by pests and diseases during the growth process, so it is necessary to strengthen the control of pests and diseases. Regularly inspect the growth of melons, and take timely control measures when pests and diseases are found.
2. Fertilization technology
1.Base fertilizer.
Before sowing, an appropriate amount of organic fertilizer is applied as the base fertilizer in combination with soil preparation to provide the nutrients needed for the growth of melons. The amount of basal fertilizer should be determined according to soil fertility and crop demand.
2.Seed fertilizer.
When sowing, sprinkle an appropriate amount of chemical fertilizer near the seeds to promote the growth and development of the melon. Seed fertilizer can choose diammonium phosphate, urea, etc.
3.Topdressing.
In the process of growing melons, top dressing is carried out according to their growth conditions and soil fertility. Generally, it is divided into top dressing at seedling stage and top dressing at flowering stage. Nitrogen fertilizer was the main topdressing at seedling stage, and phosphorus and potassium fertilizer were the main topdressing at flowering stage. The amount of top dressing should be determined according to the actual situation.
4.Foliar fertilizer.
In the late growth stage of melon, in order to improve its quality and yield, an appropriate amount of foliar fertilizer can be sprayed. Foliar fertilizers can choose potassium dihydrogen phosphate, urea, etc. When spraying, pay attention to choosing the right time and concentration to avoid negative effects.
In short, in order to improve the yield and quality of melons, it is necessary to master the correct planting and fertilization techniques. In practice, the appropriate planting method and fertilization strategy should be selected according to local climatic conditions, soil conditions and market demand. At the same time, it is necessary to strengthen field management and pest control to ensure the healthy growth of melons. Only in this way can we achieve high yield, high quality and high yield of melons.