If you want to make strawberries more fruitful and sweeter, spring fertilization is a key part.
First of all, choosing the right fertilizer is crucial, organic fertilizer and compound fertilizer are good choices.
Secondly, the fertilization time should be grasped well, and the early growth of strawberries and before flowering are the key periods. Again, the amount of fertilizer should be appropriate, too much will cause strawberries to grow vigorously and affect the fruit.
Finally, it is also important to apply fertilization evenly to the soil and irrigate at the right time to promote fertilizer absorption.
In the spring, when everything comes back to life and the strawberries begin to bud and bloom, as painters of the fields, we have to give them the most suitable pigment - fertilizer. Organic fertilizer is a gift from nature, like the nectar of a farmer, which can increase soil fertility and improve soil structure. For example, chicken manure and cow manure are rich in nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and other nutrients that are needed by plants. Of course, we can't forget about compound fertilizers, which are like a delicate palette that provides strawberries with comprehensive nutrition at one time. Fertilization timing, like rehearsing a symphony, should be accurate. Generally, a basal fertilizer is applied at the beginning of strawberry growth, and then a top dressing is applied before flowering, so as to ensure the comprehensive nutrition of strawberries from root to fruit.
The amount of fertilizer, to put it bluntly, is like making clothes for strawberries, the amount should be just right, too much or too little. Too much strawberry can easily lead to excessive growth, affecting quality and yield; Insufficient fertilization will cause strawberries to be malnourished, affecting the size and sweetness of the fruit. Therefore, the amount of fertilizer should be scientifically calculated according to the strawberry planting density and soil conditions. Fertilization methods are also a science, and they cannot be taken casually. We have to be as careful as a ballet dancer, spread the fertilizer evenly around the strawberry roots, and irrigate the appropriate amount of water after fertilization to help the fertilizer dissolve and let the strawberry roots absorb more fully.
When we talk about sweet strawberries, we have to mention the soil in which they grow. The soil, like the home of strawberries, needs to provide a warm and comfortable environment. pH control is the most important part of soil conditioning, and strawberries prefer slightly acidic (pH 5.).5-6.5) the soil, which is like people have a preference for the decoration style of their homes. In addition, the microbial activity in the soil should not be overlooked, just like the craftsmen in the soil, which help the growth of strawberries. Therefore, reasonable crop rotation and the use of biological agents can enhance the soil microecological balance.
Next, we need to look at the genetic code of strawberries, which have different nutritional needs, just as each child's personality and needs are different. Understanding the fertiliser preferences of different varieties of strawberries is like tailoring nutrition to them**. In addition, the influence of climatic conditions on strawberries should not be underestimated, just like the lights on the stage, different light and temperature will affect the growth and development of strawberries. Greenhouse cultivation and open field cultivation have different management strategies, and the greenhouse can adjust the environmental conditions to ensure the yield and quality of strawberries, while the open field cultivation is more dependent on the changes in natural conditions.
Managing a strawberry field is like conducting a silent symphony. In this meeting, we will encounter all kinds of challenges. Sometimes, spots appear on strawberry leaves, which can be an alarm of pests and diseases. To deal with these uninvited guests, we have to be like a detective in a movie, first to find the culprit, and then take corresponding prevention and control measures. For example, the use of biopesticides or the introduction of natural enemies are more environmentally friendly and ecologically balanced than chemicals.
In addition to this, water management in strawberry fields is also a big skill. Water is the source of life and the catalyst for strawberry growth. Proper amount of water can make the strawberry root system develop and promote fruit fullness, but too much water will cause waterlogging and affect root respiration. The choice of irrigation methods, such as drip irrigation and sprinkler irrigation, can also affect water use efficiency and strawberry growth. For another example, the topography of the strawberry orchard, the southern slope has good ventilation and light transmission, which is conducive to the growth of strawberries, while the low-lying areas should pay attention to drainage to prevent root diseases caused by stagnant water.
All in all, strawberry farming is not just an agricultural technique, it's an art. In daily management, we need to be like a master painter, carefully observing and carefully blending, in order to cultivate strawberries that are both productive and sweet. This requires not only our deep knowledge of agriculture, but also a sense of awe and love for nature.