Can I grow lychees in Nanjing?

Can lychees be grown in Nanjing?

Lychees can be grown in Nanjing, but they must be grown in a greenhouse because its natural climate environment cannot meet the growth of lychees. They can only be grown in greenhouses. The varieties that can be grown include Gua Nuomici, Yuanzhi, Guiwei, etc.

Nanjing lychee blossoms and bears fruit

Nanjing lychees are generally planted from April to June, and the temperature of the greenhouse is best controlled at around 23-30℃. If lychees are planted from seedlings, it takes 10-15 years from planting to fruiting. Different varieties of lychees have different maturity times.

Nanjing Lychee Planting Technology

1. Planting density

The row spacing for litchi planting is best controlled at 3.5×4 meters. Generally, 50-60 litchi trees can be planted per acre.

2. Apply thin fertilizer frequently

Fertilization can start within one month after the litchi tree is planted, with the purpose of promoting and strengthening the shoots. Add a small amount of quick-acting fertilizer when the terminal buds sprout, and spray foliar fertilizer when the branches and shoots grow.

3. Irrigation and drainage

Litchi has few and shallow roots, and young trees will experience "drying back", especially after they are planted. Water management cannot be relaxed during maintenance. On dry days, attention should be paid to watering to maintain moisture, and on rainy days, attention should be paid to preventing water accumulation.