Abstract: Doesn't it sound a little exciting to grow citrus? Imagine the citrus tree you planted with your own hands on a sunny afternoon and bearing golden fruits a few years later. The picture is simply beautiful! Today, let me tell you in detail how to grow citrus, so that you can also...
Doesn't growing citrus sound a little exciting? Imagine the citrus tree you planted with your own hands on a sunny afternoon and bearing golden fruits a few years later. The picture is simply beautiful! Today, let me tell you in detail how to grow citrus so that you can become a young gardener! 1. Select the right citrus variety to plant citrus in the
. The first step is to select the right variety. You know, the world of citrus is so big, with grapefruits, oranges, lemons, grapefruits, etc. There are many varieties. So, how to choose? Here are a few tips: 1. Depending on climate choice: Citrus likes a warm and humid climate, so you have to first see what is suitable for growing in your area. For example, grapefruit is suitable for growing in the south, while lemons are more suitable for growing in the north.
2. Choose according to use: Do you want to grow it to eat or to grow it to watch? If you are eating, you have to consider the taste and nutritional value of the fruit; if you are viewing, you have to look at the color of the trees and leaves.
3. Choose according to market demand: You can grow whatever citrus is popular on the market now, so that your fruit can be sold. 2. Land selection and land preparation
After selecting the varieties, it is time to start selecting the land. The best place to grow citrus is in a place with sufficient sunshine and good drainage. Here are a few steps: 1. Choose soil: Citrus likes loose, fertile, well-drained soil. You can test the pH of the soil with pH paper, preferably between 5.5 and 6.5.
2. Soil preparation: Turn the soil deeply to remove weeds and stones, and then level it.
3. Fertilization: When soil preparation, some organic fertilizers, such as chicken manure, cow dung, etc., can be applied to make the soil more fertile. 3. Planting time and method
The best time to plant citrus is in spring, when the temperature is suitable, which is conducive to the growth of citrus. Here are a few steps to planting: 1. Digging holes: Dig a hole with a depth and width of 50 centimeters, based on the size of the citrus saplings.
2. Put the saplings: Put the saplings in the pit, paying attention to the roots of the saplings to stretch out. 3. Backfill soil: Bury the saplings with soil and gently compact them. 4. Watering: Water in time after planting to keep the soil moist. 4. Daily management After planting citrus trees, you can't just leave them alone. Daily management is also very important. Here are some points to pay attention to: 1. Watering: Citrus likes a humid environment, but you can't accumulate water. Water should be watered in due time according to the weather and soil conditions.
2. Fertilization: Fertilizer is applied once every spring and autumn, mainly organic fertilizer.
3. Trim: Trim branches regularly to remove sick and weak branches and excessively dense branches to maintain an attractive tree shape.
4. Pest and insect pest control: Pay attention to observe whether citrus trees have pests and diseases, and treat them promptly once discovered. 5. Harvest and Storage After years of careful care, your citrus trees are finally starting to bear fruit! When harvesting, pay attention to the following points: 1. Maturity: After the citrus matures, the color will become bright and the feel will become soft. 2. Picking: Handle with care when picking to avoid damaging the fruit.
3. Storage: Place picked citrus fruits in a cool and ventilated place to avoid direct sunlight and humidity.
There are only so many ways to grow citrus! As long as you take care of it carefully, I believe that your citrus trees will grow vigorously and bear delicious fruits. Come and give it a try and let us enjoy the fun of planting together!