Cultivation methods and precautions of branched apricot

1. Maintenance methods

1. Temperature: It is suitable for growing in mild places, and the temperature should normally be maintained between 15 and 25 degrees. If the ambient temperature in winter is too low, frostbite is likely to occur, so the temperature needs to be above 10 degrees in winter.

2. Watering: The soil must have a certain amount of moisture, but water accumulation should not occur during the watering process. Flooding will cause root rot of the plant. At the same time, the number of watering needs to be determined according to the condition of the plant. If the branches and leaves of the plant are relatively full, there is no need to water it. You can continue to add water when the branches and leaves of the plant are shriveled.

3. Light: It needs to receive warm and sufficient light. It cannot be exposed to direct sunlight in summer. In winter, it needs to be placed in a place with mild sunlight, so that the color of the plant will become greener.

4. Fertilization: During the growth period, you can replenish nutrients in time and apply some foliar fertilizer. At the same time, you can dilute the fertilizer before applying it. If the fertilizer is too heavy, it can easily burn the plant.

2. Breeding techniques

1. Reproduction: Sowing and cuttings are two important methods of reproduction. When cuttings, choose tender branches about ten centimeters long and then insert them directly into the soil. They will germinate in about twenty days. When sowing, be careful not to place the seeds too close together, otherwise the plants will not be strong when they grow out.

2. Pruning: It may grow too tall during its growth period, so it needs to be pruned to ensure normal growth and plant shape. At the same time, some yellowing and withered branches and leaves should also be pruned.

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

1. Disease: Soft rot may occur, which can be controlled and prevented by spraying carbendazim solution.

2. Pests: Nematodes will appear when too much fertilizer is applied, which will seriously harm the roots of the plant. They can be eliminated by repotting.