How many times can sugarcane be planted in a year? When should sugarcane be planted?

How many seasons can sugarcane be planted in a year?

Sugarcane is juicy and high in sugars, rich in plant fiber. Under natural conditions, it can be planted once a year, usually in spring from February to April. Some areas also plant it in autumn from August to September. The most suitable time is late August, otherwise the temperature drop will be unfavorable for germination. Sugarcane is suitable for planting in my country's subtropical regions, mostly in Sichuan, Hainan, Guangdong, Yunnan and other places.

Sugarcane Planting Conditions

Sugarcane needs plenty of sunlight and high temperatures to grow. The average temperature in the planting area should be above 20°C. It is suitable for planting in tropical and subtropical climate zones. Insufficient light hours will weaken photosynthesis and delay growth and development.

Sugarcane requires a lot of water to grow, but is not tolerant to waterlogging. During the growth period of sugarcane, irrigation should be strengthened, and the soil in the sugarcane field should be kept slightly moist at other stages. It should be noted that water cannot accumulate in the soil to avoid root rot of the plants. Sugarcane requires a lot of fertilizer during the growth period, and sufficient nutrients should be given. Sufficient base fertilizer should be applied before planting, and topdressing should be done in time during maintenance.

Sugarcane harvest time

Sugarcane planted in spring usually matures and is harvested in May-July , while that planted in autumn has to wait until December to be harvested. Now fruits and vegetables can be grown in greenhouses, so we can wait for sugarcane to mature and be available all year round.