With the acceleration of life pace, more and more families are beginning to choose to grow some easy-to-manage vegetables on the balcony, such as potted scallions. Scallions not only have high nutritional value but also taste delicious, making them deeply loved by people. How to manage scallions after cutting has become a concern for many novice growers. This article will introduce you to the post-harvest management methods of potted scallions to help you easily grow good scallions.
Post-harvest Management Key Points1. Clear away the residual leaves
After cutting the scallions, immediately clear away the cut residual leaves to prevent the growth of bacteria from decay and affect the growth of other healthy leaves. When cleaning, you can use scissors to cut the residual leaves from the root, keeping the pot整洁.
2. Fertilizing
After cutting scallions, to replenish nutrition, you can apply appropriate fertilizers, generally using nitrogenous fertilizers such as urea and ammonium sulfate. When fertilizing, pay attention to the amount to avoid excessive application that may cause root burning.
3. Watering
After cutting scallions, keep the soil moist but do not overwater. Too much watering can cause root rot and affect the growth of scallions. When watering, make sure to water thoroughly to ensure that the water fully penetrates the soil.
4. Sunlight
Scallions love sunlight, and after cutting, ensure sufficient sunlight. Insufficient sunlight can lead to slow growth and yellowing of the leaves. In winter, you can adjust the pot position to allow the scallions to receive more sunlight.
5. Pest and Disease Control
After cutting scallions, pay attention to observe whether there are pests and diseases. Once found, take measures to control them in a timely manner. Common scallion diseases and pests include leaf spot, rust, and powdery mildew. Control methods include clearing away diseased leaves and spraying pesticides.
Care Secrets1. Timely Renewal
The growth cycle of scallions is relatively long, usually renewed in spring and autumn. When renewing, choose healthy scallions for planting to improve the quality of potted scallions.
2. Adjusting Soil
Scallions have high soil requirements, preferring loose, fertile, and well-drained soil. Before planting, prepare suitable soil for scallion growth, such as leaf mold soil and garden soil.
3. Pruning
During the growth of scallions, prune the withered and yellow leaves to keep the pot tidy. When pruning, pay attention to retain healthy leaves and avoid excessive pruning that may affect growth.
4. Avoid Replanting
Scallions are not suitable for replanting in the same spot to avoid the accumulation of too many germs and pests in the soil. Replanting can lead to slow growth and reduced quality of scallions.
Post-harvest management of potted scallions requires careful nurturing. With the above methods, I believe you will be able to grow healthy and delicious scallions. Let's enjoy the wonderful time brought by potted scallions together!