Brooks cherries are a sweet cherry variety that is loved for its large flesh and moderate sweetness. This cherry is very popular in the market, so the cultivation area is constantly expanding. However, due to the high height of Brooks cherries, picking them is difficult, so dwarfing measures are needed to improve picking efficiency and reduce production costs.
Dwarf Brooks Cherry Seedlings are dwarfed Brooks cherry seedlings that are much shorter in height than regular Brooks cherry trees, making them easy to pick and manage. Dwarf Brooks cherries are essentially the same size and taste as regular Brooks cherries, but are more efficient to pick and less expensive to produce.
To successfully plant dwarf brooks cherry seedlings, the following points need to be noted:
1.Soil selection: Choose sandy loam or gravel loam soil with deep soil layer, good aeration, water and fertilizer retention for planting. The pH of the soil should be 60-7.5. Soils that are too acidic or too alkaline need to be improved.
2.Variety selection: Choose suitable varieties according to the local climate and market demand, and generally choose varieties with early ripening, large fruit and thick flesh, and moderate sweetness.
3.Seedling selection: Choose seedlings with strong growth, developed root system, and no diseases and pests for planting. It is best to choose seedlings that have been detoxified to improve yield and quality.
4.Planting density: Determine the planting density according to soil conditions and variety characteristics, generally 30-40 plants per mu. Proper density can improve yield and quality, but over-density can lead to poor ventilation and insufficient light.
5.Fertilization Management: Apply the right amount of organic fertilizer annually to meet the nutrients needed for the growth of Brooks cherries. At the same time, according to soil conditions and growth, nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and other inorganic fertilizers should be appropriately supplemented.
6.Water management: Arrange irrigation time and water according to climatic conditions and soil conditions. During fruit growth, keep the soil moist and avoid drought or standing water.
7.Pruning and shaping: The pruning and shaping of dwarf Brooks cherries is similar to that of regular Brooks cherries, mainly in the shape of a natural heart or trunk tree. When pruning, keep the canopy ventilated and light-transmitting, and remove diseased, weak and overly dense branches.
8.Pest control: Regularly check the occurrence of pests and diseases, and take comprehensive control measures, including biological control, chemical control and agricultural control. In the process of prevention and control, low-toxicity and low-residue pesticides should be selected to avoid the impact on the environment and human health.
9.Harvest management: Avoid mechanical damage to the fruit during harvesting, and try to choose sunny days for harvesting. Harvested fruits should be graded, packaged and sold as soon as possible to ensure quality and extend shelf life.
In conclusion, the planting of dwarf Brooks cherry seedlings needs to pay attention to soil selection, variety selection, seedling selection, planting density, fertilization management, water management, pruning and shaping, pest control and harvest management. Only by mastering these technical points can we improve output and quality, increase economic benefits and market competitiveness.