Cacti Fruit Cultivation Methods and Precautions
As a succulent plant with both ornamental and economic value, cacti fruit has received extensive attention from growers in recent years. Its bright red fruits are rich in nutrients, but to achieve high and stable yields, it is necessary to master scientific maintenance methods. This article will systematically explain practical experience in pot and ground planting scenarios, from environmental regulation to daily management.
Three Key Elements of Environmental Regulation
Sandy Loam Soil Mixture Scheme
The ideal cultivation substrate needs to balance breathability and water retention: 1. Basic formula: coarse river sand + decomposed leaf soil + garden soil mixed in a ratio of 4:3:3. 2. pH adjustment: Add wood ash to maintain the acidity and alkalinity between 6.0-7.5. 3. Slope improvement: Mix 5kg of earthworm manure per square meter to improve the soil aggregate structure.
Temperature Precise Control Scheme
Adopt a segmented temperature management approach: • Growing period (March-September): Daytime 28-32°C / Nighttime 18-22°C • Dormancy period (October-February): Maintain above 15°C to prevent frostbite • Summer cooling: Set up 50% shade net combined with a misting system.
Water and Fertilizer Management Core Techniques
Intelligent Watering System Setup
It is recommended to install a drip irrigation system for precise water supplementation: • Spring and autumn 7 days/time, each渗透 depth 15cm • Summer 5 days/time combined with foliar spraying • Winter 20 days/time to maintain a slightly moist state.
Organic Fertilizer Fermentation and Application
Homemade fertilizer to enhance fruit sweetness: 1. Basic formula: sheep manure + soybean cake + bone meal mixed in a ratio of 5:3:2 for composting. 2. Fermentation period: Seal and ferment for 45 days until there is no sour smell. 3. Top dressing strategy: Increase application of phosphorus and potassium fertilizers during the bud formation stage, stop fertilizing 30 days before harvest.
Key Details of Daily Maintenance
Shaping Pruning Techniques
Adopt a three-level pruning method: • Level one pruning: Remove the basal aging stem segments. • Level two pruning: Retain 8-10 fruiting mother branches. • Level three pruning: Thin out dense flower buds to ensure nutrient concentration.
Disease and Pest Control Scheme
Establish a biological control system: • Scale insects: Release 20 ladybug adults per square meter. • Root rot: Regularly water with EM bacteria solution. • (T-J) disease: Spray with garlic extract solution for prevention.
Through three years of field planting tests, this management plan has increased the yield per plant by 40%, and the fruit sugar content has reached 15.2°Bx. It is recommended that growers establish a maintenance log, record data such as temperature and fertilization, and adjust parameters based on local climate conditions. Regularly use a soil tester to monitor the EC value, maintain a balanced nutrient content in the substrate, and achieve continuous high yields.