How to plant figs
A brief knowledge sharing article introducing how to plant figs and the key points of fig cultivation techniques related to flower breeding. Let's share the detailed content next.
Figs, as a type of fruit, are somewhat special. We all know that figs are rich in nutrition and have a long history of cultivation. Many people enjoy eating them. However, the taste of ripe figs is quite unique because the sweetness inside the fruit is not high, so many people find them not very tasty. Now, figs are more commonly processed into dried fruit, which is suitable in sweetness and also delicious. Many people are curious about figs: do they really not have flowers? How do they bear fruit without flowers and pollination? Today, Xiaoyang will explain why figs have no flowers and also share fig cultivation techniques, hoping it will be helpful to you.
1. Selection of Orchard Site
Figs have a strong adaptability to the environment and are not strict about soil requirements. They can grow in plains, hills, dry fields, saline-alkali lands, and coastal beaches. However, better soil conditions are more conducive to increasing yield and quality. Also, because figs are soft and juicy, they have poor storage properties and are not easy to transport. Therefore, it is better to choose a location with convenient transportation and close to cities or processing plants for orchard development, facilitating processing and sales.
2. Variety Selection
Based on different cultivation goals, figs can be divided into four types of varieties: fresh food varieties, processing varieties, landscaping varieties, and dual-purpose varieties. Fresh food varieties include Kawasaki, Japanese purple fruit, and Ziguang. Kawasaki has good quality and high yield; while Blenheim has the strongest resistance and is suitable for both fresh eating and processing; Hongdwarf is particularly suitable for making horticultural盆景 and is a rising star among fig varieties. Masui Zhaofen has large fruit but a general taste, easily splits, and is not suitable for cultivation in rainy areas. Qingpi has a higher sugar content but thick skin and is not aesthetically pleasing.
3. Fertilization Management
If you want good results in fig cultivation, appropriate and reasonable fertilization is very important. It's not that the more the better, but it should meet their growth needs at different stages and target specific fertilization. For example, during the transplantation period, you can use some phosphorus and potassium to help them grow better, and during the flowering period, you can use some phosphorus and nitrogen, which can promote fruit setting.
4. Pruning Management
When planting, be sure to pay attention to proper pruning to avoid excessive growth, which would consume a lot of nutrients and affect the final yield. Generally, it is best to leave four main branches, which is the most suitable tree shape, and the other lateral branches can be pruned off without needing to be retained. First, you need to clearly identify its overall shape, and then you can better proceed. The most important thing is to allow more nutrients to go into the fruit.
5. Pest Management
Relatively speaking, figs do not have many pests, but it is also necessary to prevent them. For example, if pests appear, they may not bear fruit. If grown on a large scale, pesticides can be used appropriately. If grown at home as a potted plant, the scale is not very large, and the control can be simpler. You can use some traditional methods, such as using刺激性汁液 to kill pests.
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