Miracle fruit cultivation methods and precautions

1. Maintenance methods

1. Soil: Miracle fruit does not have high requirements for soil and prefers acidic soil. Generally, sandy soil with good drainage can be selected.

2. Water: It likes warm and humid environment. Because its root system is underdeveloped, it needs to be watered in time so that it can absorb enough water to grow better. During the rainy season, timely drainage and waterlogging are required to avoid root rot.

3. Nutrients: Generally, well-rotted farmyard manure is used, but when applying fertilizer, do not apply it to the roots. If the fertilizer is too close to the roots, it will cause rot and burns to the roots.

4. Light: Miracle fruit likes light. Adequate sunlight will make its branches and leaves denser and thicker. During its growth period, it must be given enough light. Under sufficient sunlight conditions, the branches and leaves will appear very thick.

2. Breeding techniques

1. Pruning: When the miracle fruit is growing vigorously, it is necessary to prune the old and dead branches and leaves in time. Pruning the branches and leaves can promote its growth and make the shape round and beautiful. Another thing is that after harvesting in winter, it is necessary to promptly trim away old and dense branches to avoid affecting germination in the spring of the following year.

2. Reproduction: Miracle fruit is generally propagated by cuttings. Select strong branches and plant them in nutrient-rich soil. At this time, you should spray some water to make the soil moist, and new roots will grow in about a week.

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

1. Aphids: The most common pest of miracle fruit is aphids. At this time, you should dilute permethrin with water and spray it evenly on the branches and leaves to kill the aphids.

2. Round shield scale: Round shield scale will attack during the flowering and fruiting period. At this time, you should use omethoate emulsifiable concentrate diluted with water and spray it to eliminate it.

IV. Other issues

1. How to spend the winter: Pay attention to the temperature in winter. The mystery tree will be frostbitten when the temperature is below 3℃, and the branches and leaves will stop growing. In winter, you should use the method of keeping warm to survive the winter.

2. Can it be grown at home: Yes, it can be grown at home, because it is highly ornamental. Its shape is round from branches to fruits. It is a very pleasing plant and looks good when grown at home.