Potato farming methods and precautions
Want to harvest a basket full of fresh potatoes on the balcony? This crop, known as "underground apples," is actually easier to grow than expected. By mastering these key skills, novices can easily achieve potato freedom! Key steps for soil selection and temperature control: Nutrient soil formula secrets: Potato root systems are "picky" in terms of soil requirements. It is recommended to use a ratio of 3:2 of legus soil and coarse river sand, and lay 5 cm ceramsite on the bottom to enhance drainage. Adding fermented sheep manure fertilizer every month can prevent tuber deformity. Precise temperature control method controls the temperature difference between day and night at 8-10℃. If it exceeds 30℃, a sunshade net is needed to cool down, and if it is below 5℃, a thermal insulation film is needed. In spring cultivation, it is recommended to stabilize the ground temperature above 7℃ before planting. The golden rule for daily management guides for watering and avoiding pits. Maintain soil moisture at 60% during the budding period and increase it to 80% during the tuber expansion period. Using dipping basin method for watering can avoid stagnant water and rotten roots, and a rainproof canopy needs to be erected during the rainy season. Advanced Lighting Skills Ensure 6 hours of direct light per day. When there is insufficient light, you can use a fill light to fill the light for 2 hours per day. Pay attention to rotating the pot regularly to ensure that the plants receive even light. Practical potato breeding methods and precautions for ring rot disease response plan Remove the diseased leaves immediately at the beginning of the disease and irrigate the roots with 50% carbendazim and 800 times solution. The focus of prevention is on disinfection of planted potatoes. It is recommended to soak them in potassium permanganate solution for 20 minutes. Ecological control of aphids hangs a yellow sticky board to monitor insect pests, and finds that aphids can be sprayed with a mixture of pepper water + detergent. In severe cases, use imidacloprid to spray once every 10 days. Harvesting and storing cold knowledge When the lower leaves of the plant begin to turn yellow, stop watering for 1 week and harvest it. During storage, it is wrapped in newspaper and placed in an environment of 4℃, and germinating individuals are inspected regularly.
Potted potatoes can not only be viewed as green plants, but also experience the fun of "digging treasure" when they mature. Remember to avoid the three major minefields of stagnant water, high temperature, and low light. It only takes 60 days from planting potatoes to harvesting!