The cultivation technique of German black apricot is simple and easy to use, and it is suitable for novices
I. Introduction. 
German black apricot is a high-quality fruit that is loved by consumers for its delicious taste and rich nutrition. In recent years, with the pursuit of a healthy diet, the cultivation area of German black apricot has been expanding. This article will introduce the cultivation techniques of German black apricot to help novice growers get started easily.
2. Choose a suitable planting location.
Choose a flat terrain, deep soil, and well-drained land as the planting site. At the same time, ensure that the land is well lit to facilitate fruit coloring and quality improvement.
3. Land preparation and fertilization.
Deeply plough the soil before planting and apply plenty of organic fertilizer. According to the land conditions, 3000-4000 kg of well-rotted farmhouse fertilizer can be applied per mu, and an appropriate amount of compound fertilizer can be added at the same time to supplement the nutrients in the soil.
Fourth, choose high-quality seedlings.
Choose seedlings that are robust and free of pests and diseases for planting. It is recommended to choose grafted seedlings to ensure that the varieties are pure and grow vigorously. When purchasing seedlings, it is necessary to ensure that the root system of the seedlings is developed and there is no mechanical damage.
5. Planting and management.
1.Planting time: It can be planted in either spring or autumn, but spring planting is more suitable.
2.Planting density: According to the fertility of the land and the characteristics of the variety, the planting density should be reasonably arranged. Generally speaking, 30-40 trees can be planted per mu.
3.Watering & Fertilizing: Water regularly to keep the soil moist; Reasonable fertilization according to the growth of seedlings to promote the healthy growth of plants.
4.Pruning and shaping: Pruning and shaping according to the growth characteristics of black apricots make the tree beautiful and hierarchical, which is conducive to fruit picking and quality improvement.
5.Pest control: Regularly check the growth of trees, and take timely control measures to ensure the healthy growth of trees.
6. Fruit picking and sales.
1.Harvesting time: German black apricots generally ripen from mid to late June to early July, and the best time to pick can be judged according to the degree of coloring and taste of the fruit.
2.Harvesting method: Choose a sunny day for picking, avoid picking in rainy days or when the dew is not dry. Handle with care when picking to avoid damage to the fruit.
3.Sales channels: The picked black apricots are graded and packaged and sold through farmers' markets, e-commerce platforms and other channels. At the same time, it can cooperate with local fruit processing enterprises to expand sales channels.
7. Summary and Suggestions.
The German black apricot cultivation technique is simple and easy, making it suitable for novices. In the planting process, pay attention to the selection of suitable planting sites, management measures such as fertilization and watering, and pest control. At the same time, the picking and sales time should be reasonably arranged to improve the quality and yield of the fruit. I hope this article can provide useful reference and help for the majority of growers.