Balcony potted plants are not only limited to flowers and plants, have you ever thought that you can also grow sweet and delicious watermelons on your balcony? Today, let me take you into the wonderful world of potted watermelons and explore how to grow your own small orchard on the balcony of your home!
1. Preparation before planting.
First of all, we need to choose the right watermelon variety. For balcony potted plants, it is recommended to choose varieties that are small, adaptable, and have a short growth cycle. Next, prepare well-aerated soil and a moderately sized pot to make sure the watermelon roots have enough room to grow.
When preparing the soil, you can add some organic fertilizers to provide sufficient nutrients for the growth of watermelons. Here is a high-quality watermelon fertilizer (see the end of the article for the purchase link), which can provide your watermelon with comprehensive and balanced nutrition and help watermelon thrive.
2. Sowing and raising seedlings.
Spread the watermelon seeds at the appropriate spacing in the potting soil, lightly covering with a thin layer of soil. Keep the soil moist and place in a sunny area. After about a week, the seedlings will break through the soil. At this time, we need to carry out proper thinning to ensure that each watermelon seedling has enough space to grow.
3. Daily management.
Watering: Watermelons prefer a moist environment, but they should not be overwatered to avoid root rot. During the growing period, keep the soil moist. Fertilization: In addition to the base fertilizer added before planting, regular top dressing is also required during the growth of watermelons. You can choose organic fertilizer or compound fertilizer and apply it every 2-3 weeks. Vine guidance and pruning: As the watermelon plant grows, we need to guide the vine to climb to the balcony railing or support in time. At the same time, prune off excess side vines and diseased leaves to keep the plant ventilated and light-transmitting. Fourth, pest control.
Although potted watermelons on the balcony are relatively less susceptible to pests and diseases, they still need to be prevented. Regularly inspect the leaves and vines of the plants, and take appropriate control measures once signs of pests and diseases are found. Biopesticides or eco-friendly insecticides can be used to ensure the healthy growth of watermelons.
5. Harvest and sharing.
After months of careful care, when you see the watermelons on the balcony gradually turning from green to dark green, and the guati part starting to turn yellow, it means that they are ripe. At this time, you can gently pick this watermelon that has condensed your countless efforts, and share this sweet fruit from the balcony with your family and friends.
Now, it's time to act! Click on the purchase link below to buy high-quality watermelon seeds and special fertilizers to start your balcony potted watermelon journey! We look forward to you sharing your planting results and experience in the comment area!
Let's grow potted watermelons on the balcony that are both delicious and fun! Looking forward to your joining and sharing!