Among the many citrus fruits, there is a unique fruit whose shape resembles the "hand" in Buddhism, hence the name bergamot. Bergamot not only has a unique appearance and a moderate sweet and sour taste, but also has high medicinal value. So, how do you properly farm bergamot?This article will give you a detailed introduction to the cultivation methods and precautions of bergamot.
First, let's take a look at the environment in which bergamot grows. Bergamot prefers a warm, moist environment and is less demanding on the soil, but it is better to use loose, well-drained sandy loam. At the same time, bergamot needs plenty of sunlight to guarantee its normal growth and ripening of the fruit.
Next, let's take a look at how bergamot is grown. First of all, we need to choose healthy bergamot seeds or seedlings. Seeds need to be sown in the spring, and seedlings can be transplanted in the spring and autumn. When planting, we need to dig a deep enough pit in the soil, then put bergamot seeds or seedlings into the pit, cover it with soil and gently compact. After planting, we need to water once a day to keep the soil moist.
During the growth of bergamot, we also need to pay attention to the following:
1.Fertilization: Bergamot needs adequate nutrients during the growing season, so we need to fertilize it regularly. Generally speaking, spring is a critical period for the growth of bergamot, and we need to apply nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium compound fertilizers at this timeIn summer and autumn, phosphorus and potassium fertilizers are applied to promote fruit ripening.
2.Pruning: Bergamot has a large canopy, and in order to maintain its good shape and light conditions, we need to prune it regularly. When pruning, we need to remove pests and diseases, cross-grown branches, and overly dense branches.
3.Pest and disease control: Although bergamot is resistant to pests and diseases, it also needs to be controlled regularly. Generally speaking, spring is the time when there is a high incidence of pests and diseases, and we need to use pesticides to control them. At the same time, we also need to clean the orchard regularly to reduce the occurrence of pests and diseases.
4.Picking: Bergamot generally ripens in the fall, when we can pick them. When picking, we need to gently remove the fruit from the tree to avoid damaging the fruit.
In general, bergamot farming is not complicated, as long as we master the correct cultivation methods and pay attention to the above points, we can successfully breed healthy and delicious bergamot. I hope you will find this article helpful, so that you can enjoy the delicious taste of bergamot while also experiencing the joy of growing.