Why are ugly oranges called ugly oranges and where are they suitable for planting?

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1. Reasons

2. Planting area

3. Management after planting

The reason why it is called ugly orange is because it looks ugly, with pitted skin and uneven shape. But it is easy to peel, tastes good, and has high nutritional value. It is usually planted in southern regions, such as Zhejiang, Yunnan, Chongqing, Jiangxi, Hunan and Sichuan. Pay attention to management methods after planting. Proper methods can ensure yield and quality.

1. Reasons

The reason why it is called ugly orange is because it looks uglier than other varieties. The skin is not smooth, has bumps and bumps, and there are also pulls. And the shape is not very nice, not round. Its peel is thick, easy to peel, tastes good, and has higher nutritional value than similar fruits, so it is also very popular.

2. Planting Area

Ugly oranges are suitable for planting in southern areas, such as Zhejiang, Yunnan, Chongqing, Jiangxi, Hunan and Sichuan. Planting time is usually between September and November in autumn, or February and March in spring. Plant it near a water source for easy watering. In addition, we must also pay attention to transportation. Convenient transportation is more conducive to sales.

3. Management after planting

1. Water and fertilizer: Its growth will consume a lot of nutrients, and water and fertilizer will affect the yield and quality. Fertilizer should be applied during the growing period, and organic fertilizer is sufficient. If it is in the seedling stage, fertilization should be applied five or six times a year. Growth fertilizer, maintenance fee, flower promotion fertilizer, and fruit strengthening fertilizer are all indispensable. In addition, water must be drained in time during the rainy season to avoid accumulation of water. If it is a drought area, replenish water in time and keep it moist.

2. Pruning: Prune lightly during the seedling stage to adjust the growth balance. During the fruiting period, backbone branches should be pruned to promote the growth of side branches. During the fruiting period, old branches, diseased branches, dead branches, dense branches, etc. should be pruned.

3. Pests and diseases: susceptible to anthracnose during growth and citrus scab, which can cause yield loss. When discovered, the infected part should be cut off immediately and disinfected and sprayed.

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