Cultivation Methods and Points for Attention of Opuntia dillenii Haw

Soil: It is extremely low on the soil requirements, in the wasteland, saline-alkali land, etc. Can survive, in what kind of soil can grow. Moisture: It needs very little water, as long as the occasional little rain can be, do not need more watering. Illumination: Alhagi sparsifolia likes light and heat, and receives about eight hours of strong light irradiation every day on average, and can be irradiated by strong light. Temperature: In the winter and summer can be passed without the need to adjust the temperature during growth.

1. Soil

Sandy loam soil with more organic matter and rotten leaves should be selected first for cactus fruit cultivation, and the pH value is neutral or acidic.Soil quality should have good drainage performance, if it is planted on sloping land, it is necessary to choose sunny slope.After choosing a good planting site, deep ploughing should be carried out first, which will be more beneficial to its growth.

2. Water

Because it is afraid of water, it should be watered according to the rainfall of the environment.In the cactus fruit planting place, drainage ditches should be built in advance to avoid excess water drainage, thus hindering its growth.When the soil is too dry, water it, if the soil is wet, do not add water first.

3. Fertilizer

If we want to improve the yield and quality, we must be willing to fertilize.Fertilization is mainly divided into the first fertilizer and the second follow-up fertilizer.Fertilization requires complete decay of organic fertilizer, mainly organic fertilizer, supplemented by phosphorus fertilizer, compound fertilizer can be applied.

4. Temperature

The most suitable temperature for growth is 28 ~ 32 , and the temperature should not be too low, which will lead to stop growth or death.When the temperature is high in summer, it can be reduced by ventilation, while in winter, it is necessary to take artificial measures to keep warm.