White cucumber planting technology and management

White cucumber is a variety of cucumber that tastes more like fruit . It is crisp, delicious, fragrant and sweet. It is also more expensive in the market and is deeply loved by growers. Here are some tips on how to grow and manage white cucumbers .

1. Soil selection

Before planting white cucumbers, the fertility of the soil is very critical. Therefore, the soil should be fertilized and cultivated in advance to ensure that its growth environment has sufficient nutrients. When choosing farmyard manure, it is recommended to choose organic fertilizer rich in nitrogen, phosphorus and calcium. If the soil is too poor, cultivate it according to the above method for a period of time, and then plant it when the soil conditions are good.

2. Planting time

White cucumbers can be planted in spring or summer. Their growth cycle is about 8 weeks. Therefore, the choice of planting time can be based on the needs of farmers.

3. Reasonable density planting

The growth process of white cucumber is relatively lush, and it needs to be provided with better light. Its own photosynthesis is quite powerful. The distance between each cucumber seedling should be appropriately wide. About 30cm by 60cm will be enough. About 3,700 cucumber seedlings can be planted in one acre of land. This planting management model can ensure that the cucumbers can absorb more nutrients.

4. Scientific pruning

If you want to get better management methods, you need to adopt good methods when pruning branches and leaves. After the cucumbers are planted, they can be topped when the vines grow onto the main frame during their growth period. At this time, pruning is mainly carried out using the one main and two side method. Let it be evenly distributed on the shelf so that it can get effective light and synthesize more nutrients.

5. Water and fertilizer management

During the growth period of cucumbers, it is necessary to combine promotion and control, mainly in the hope of making the seedlings grow more vigorously. In the early stage, we should strengthen the inter-row cultivation and carry out seedling squatting. Only by firmly establishing the roots of the cucumber can it have a better supply of nutrients during the growth stage. Same situation. Top dressing will allow it to absorb more nutrients, which will lead to better growth.

6. Picking in time

As long as the white cucumber is given sufficient sunlight, abundant water, fertile soil, and no diseases or pests, it will grow very fast. When its size and length are uniform, it is the best season to pick it. Because different positions receive different nutrients, they need to be checked every day and picked in time. If they grow excessively, the taste of the white cucumber will be affected.

That’s it