How to grow citrus

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1. Maintenance methods

2. Breeding skills

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

4. Other issues

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It likes higher temperatures, usually between 20 and 30 degrees. The requirements for light are particularly high, and sufficient sunlight must be ensured to make the taste sweet. It has a large demand for water and needs to be irrigated during the dry season. One month after the seedlings are planted, you must start fertilizing. The amount of fertilizer applied at one time should not be too much.

1. Maintenance methods

1. Maintenance methods

1. Temperature: Since it is mainly distributed in tropical and subtropical areas, it likes higher temperatures, generally between 20 and 30 degrees. between. However, the higher the temperature, the better. When it exceeds 37 degrees, its growth will basically stop, so special attention is required.

2. Sunshine: Citrus has particularly high requirements for light. Whether the sunshine hours are sufficient has a great impact on the taste of citrus. If there is insufficient sunshine, the citrus will be sour. Generally speaking, it is better if the annual sunshine hours are between 1,200 and 2,200.

3. Watering: Citrus also needs water. Relatively large. Especially in the dry season, special attention needs to be paid to irrigation. In orchards, strip irrigation can be used.

4. Fertilization: Fertilizer will also have an impact on the yield of citrus. relatively large impact. One month after the seedlings are planted, fertilization must begin. However, the amount of fertilizer applied at one time should not be too much.

2. Breeding skills

1 , Propagation: Sowing and propagation can be used. Choosing good quality seeds will also be of great help to subsequent yields. In addition, when choosing a planting location, you need to pay a little attention to some nutrients and whether the drainage is good. It is best to mix in base fertilizer. After sowing, it needs to be watered thoroughly.

2. Pruning: This step is important in the growth process of citrus occupies a relatively important position. Not only will it make the tree look more beautiful, but it will also increase its fruit production. In spring, topping can be done appropriately. In addition, when the branches are very dense, some parts need to be thinned out, otherwise the ventilation and light transmission will be seriously affected.

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

1 , Disease: There is "Huanglongbing", which is more likely to occur when seedlings are young. Diseased plants can be dealt with promptly and fungicides sprayed. In addition, there will be "cankers" that cause fallen leaves and dry branches. Copper oxychloride can be used to control it.

2. Pests: Types include "red spider", " Leafminers, scale insects, etc. can be controlled with different chemicals.

4. Other questions

1 , Toxicity: Its plants are non-toxic and its fruits are edible.

2. Whether it can be grown at home: citrus is generally grown as An economic function, planted in orchards on a large scale.