Abstract: Dragon fruit, also known as cactus fruit, is a tropical fruit that is not only delicious, but also rich in nutritional value. However, due to the high environmental requirements of dragon fruit, many people encounter difficulties during the breeding process. This article will focus on how to feed dragon fruit and share one...
Dragon fruit, also known as cactus fruit, is a tropical fruit that is not only delicious, but also rich in nutritional value. However, due to the high environmental requirements of dragon fruit, many people encounter difficulties during the breeding process. This article will focus on how to feed dragon fruit, share some breeding skills and experiences, and help readers better cultivate dragon fruit.
Select suitable seeds or seedlings-When selecting seeds or seedlings from three aspects: variety, health and adaptability, you must first choose varieties that adapt to local climatic conditions, and secondly choose healthy and pest free seedlings, and finally consider their adaptability to ensure that dragon fruit can grow and thrive in its own environment.
Provide a suitable growth environment-warm, ventilated, sufficient sunshine and moisture. Dragon fruit likes a warm climate, and the most suitable growth temperature is between 25°C and 30°C. It is best to avoid high temperature exposure in summer and prevent cold damage in winter; At the same time, it is necessary to ensure good ventilation to prevent the breeding of pests and diseases; in addition, dragon fruit has a high demand for sunlight and requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight every day; it is also necessary to maintain moderate humidity, but not too wet to avoid accumulation of water.
Reasonable fertilization at
-Choose a reasonable combination of organic fertilizer and mineral fertilizer. Dragon fruit also has different nutrient requirements at different growth stages. Fertilizers containing main nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium are usually needed. It is recommended to use a mixed fertilization method of organic and mineral fertilizers to increase soil fertility and provide a comprehensive nutrient supply.
Reasonable watering-Pay attention to controlling the watering frequency and amount of water. Dragon fruit requires a large amount of water, but it is also necessary to pay attention to the control of watering. Generally speaking, watering in small quantities should be done several times in summer, and the number of watering times and amount of water should be appropriately reduced in winter, and care should be taken to avoid standing water causing root rot.
Timely pruning-Promote plant growth and fruit development Timely pruning is an important task in dragon fruit farming and can promote plant growth and fruit development. Generally, pruning should be carried out in spring to remove pests and diseases and excessively dense branches and leaves, and appropriate pruning to increase ventilation and light.
Pay attention to pest control in
-Improve dragon fruit's resistance to pests and diseases. Dragon fruit is vulnerable to pests and diseases, common ones include red spiders, whiteflies, powdery mildew, etc. In order to improve the resistance to diseases and insect pests of dragon fruit, regular spraying of pesticides or biopesticides can be used to remove the sources of diseases and insect pests in a timely manner.
Irrigation management-reasonable water use, avoid water shortage or excessive demand for water pitaya, but excessive irrigation will lead to root hypoxia and root rot. Reasonable irrigation management includes timely watering, water control, drip irrigation and other ways to maintain moderate soil moisture.
Maintain the permeability of the cultivation substrate-choose loose, well drained soil Pitaya growth needs loose, well drained soil environment. In the process of cultivation, appropriate amount of decaying soil, pearlite and other materials can be added to improve the permeability and water retention capacity of the soil.
Control the number of fruits-ensure the quality and yield of fruits In order to ensure the quality and yield of dragon fruit, the number of fruits must be properly controlled. Generally speaking, each plant should retain a suitable amount of fruit and remove excess small fruits to ensure nutrient balance and normal fruit development.
Prevent freezing injury-Take effective measures to prevent low temperature damage to the plant. Dragon fruit is sensitive to low temperature and is prone to freezing injury in cold winter. Covering and keeping warm can be used, such as covering the plants with straw curtains or plastic films, to prevent cold air from damaging the plants.
Pay attention to picking and storing-picking fruits with appropriate maturity, and properly storing the maturity of dragon fruit has an important impact on the taste and nutritional value. Fruits with appropriate maturity should be selected for picking. After picking, pay attention to proper storage to avoid damage or deterioration of the fruit.
Reasonable scaffold and fixation-Stabilize the plant and promote normal growth. The growth of dragon fruit is relatively widespread. Reasonable scaffolds and fixation methods are needed to stabilize the plant and promote normal growth. Commonly used bracket methods include bamboo pole brackets, mesh brackets, etc., and materials such as soft ropes or plastic belts can be used for fixation.
Regular fertilization-Supplementing nutrients to promote the healthy growth of plants. Dragon fruit needs to be continuously replenished with nutrients during the growth process, especially during the peak growth seasons in spring and summer. You can choose to use organic fertilizer and mineral fertilizer in combination, and carry out regular fertilization according to the nutritional needs of the plants.
Pay attention to root protection-prevent disease and adversity from damaging the root system. The root system of dragon fruit is crucial to plant growth and requires attention to protection. During the breeding process, behaviors such as excessive fertilization, excessive watering and excessive pruning should be avoided to prevent damage to the roots from diseases and adversity.
Breeding dragon fruit requires attention to seed selection, growth environment, fertilization and watering, pruning management, pest control, etc. Through reasonable breeding skills and experience sharing, we believe that readers can successfully feed dragon fruit and enjoy the fun and nutrition brought by this delicious fruit. As long as we practice according to the methods described in this article, we believe that everyone will become an excellent dragon fruit grower.