Kumquats, as traditional citrus fruits in our country, not only have a delicious taste but also have high ornamental value. Many families grow kumquats on their balconies or in their courtyards, enjoying the delicious fruit while admiring their evergreen beauty. Regarding the growth habits of kumquats, many novice growers may have questions: Do kumquats change leaves? This article will answer this question in detail and share some kumquat maintenance skills with you.
Do kumquats change leaves?Kumquat is an evergreen fruit tree with elliptical leaves and dark green color. Under normal growth conditions, kumquats will change leaves regularly. The leaf replacement cycle of kumquats is about 2-3 years. During the leaf replacement period, the leaves of kumquats will gradually turn yellow and fall off, and then new leaves will grow. This is a normal physiological phenomenon and there is no need to worry too much.
Reasons for kumquat leaf replacement1. Natural growth law: Leaf replacement of kumquats is part of the plant's natural growth law. As the tree grows, the leaves will gradually age and need to be renewed.
2. Environmental factors such as light, temperature, and humidity: Environmental factors such as light, temperature, and humidity also affect the leaf replacement of kumquats. In an environment with sufficient light, suitable temperature, and moderate humidity, the leaf replacement cycle of kumquats is relatively short.
3. Maintenance management: Reasonable maintenance management also helps kumquats change leaves. Fertilization, watering, and pruning can all promote the growth of kumquats and make their leaves more lush.
Kumquat maintenance skills1. Watering: Kumquats prefer a humid environment but dislike waterlogging. During the growing season, keep the soil moist, and reduce watering frequency in winter to prevent root rot.
2. Fertilization: Kumquats have a high demand for fertilizer. During the growing season, apply a compound fertilizer once a month, and during the leaf replacement period, you can increase phosphorus and potassium fertilizers to promote the growth of new leaves.
3. Pruning: Pruning of kumquats mainly occurs in winter, removing diseased, weak, dry, and crossed branches to maintain a beautiful tree shape and improve fruit quality.
4. Pest and disease control: Kumquats are prone to pest and disease attacks, such as red spiders, aphids, and ulcer diseases. It is necessary to discover and take measures to control them in time to ensure the normal growth of kumquats.
Kumquats will change leaves, which is part of their natural growth law. Understanding the growth habits of kumquats and mastering maintenance skills can help us better plant and manage kumquats. I hope this article can answer your questions about kumquat leaf replacement and wish you successful planting!