Apples are one of the common fruits in our daily life, and red Fuji apples are one of the varieties that are loved by consumers because of their bright color and crisp and sweet taste. In this article, we will introduce the characteristics of red Fuji apples, their growing environment, and their cultivation techniques.
First, the characteristics of the variety.
Red Fuji apples are a late-ripening variety that usually ripens in late October to early November each year. The fruit is round or oblong, the skin is reddish and yellow, the color is bright, the flesh is light yellow or off-white, the taste is crisp, sweet and juicy, and the aroma is rich. The fruit of red Fuji apples is large, with an average weight of about 200 grams and a maximum of more than 500 grams.
Red Fuji apples are of excellent quality and rich in nutrients, containing a variety of vitamins and minerals, especially high in vitamin C, containing about 4 mg of vitamin C per 100 grams of pulp. In addition, red Fuji apples also contain a variety of health-promoting substances, such as flavonoids, dietary fiber, etc.
2. Growth environment.
Red Fuji apples are widely adaptable and are mainly distributed in Asian regions such as Japan, South Korea and China. It is cultivated in Northeast China, North China, East China and other places. Red Fuji apples are suitable for growing in sandy loam soils with deep soil, loose soil and good aeration, with a soil pH value of 65-7.between 5. In addition, red Fuji apples require sufficient light and water, and the longer the light duration and the higher the light intensity, the better the coloration and quality of the fruit.
3. Cultivation technology.
The cultivation techniques of red Fuji apples include the following aspects:
1.Park construction: Choose a plot with flat terrain, sufficient sunlight and good drainage, and reasonably plan the park's roads, drainage and irrigation systems and other facilities.
2.Seedling selection: select seedlings with pure varieties, strong growth and developed root system for planting.
3.Planting: According to the planning of the park and the size of the seedlings, determine a reasonable planting density, generally about 30-40 plants per mu. Colonization is carried out after the soil thaws in the spring, taking care to keep the soil moist.
4.Soil, fertilizer and water management: apply basal fertilizer in autumn every year, mainly organic fertilizer, and appropriately supplement chemical fertilizer. Top dressing is carried out during the growth period to meet the needs of fruit tree growth and fruiting. At the same time, it is necessary to keep the soil moist and carry out drainage or irrigation in time.
5.Plastic pruning: According to different growth stages and growth conditions, different pruning methods are adopted to keep the tree neat, ventilated and transparent, and improve yield and quality.