How to plant water chestnuts? Which month is the best to plant water chestnuts?

Suitable time for planting horseshoe

Water chestnut likes a warm growing environment. If the temperature is low, it will suffer frost damage. Therefore, according to its habits, it is best to plant it from April to July each year. The specific planting time depends on the climate of each place. For example, warmer areas can plant it some time earlier.

Horseshoe planting methods and key points

1. Field requirements

The roots of water chestnuts are relatively shallow, so before planting, you should choose a field with flat terrain, deep soil, fertility, and strong water retention, so that the water chestnuts can grow vigorously. Before planting, you need to irrigate and deep plow the fields, and apply an appropriate amount of base fertilizer to make the soil more fertile.

2. Planting method

Before planting water chestnuts, dig trenches and make ridges. The ridges should be 150cm wide and 10cm high, and the trench width should be 30cm. Drain the water from the field before sowing, then germinate the water chestnut seeds, and finally plant them in the field with a plant spacing of 3-5cm and a row spacing of 3-5cm. Note that the water chestnut seed buds need to face upwards when planting.

Key points for horse hoof management

1. Water: Water chestnuts like a humid growing environment. Many of them are planted in paddy fields or ponds, so sufficient water must be provided during breeding, especially when the temperature is high in summer, you can water them once in the morning and evening.

2. Diseases: Stem rot is a major threat to horse hooves. This disease is more likely to occur in hot and humid weather, and the disease progresses rapidly. If it is discovered late, the whole bead is beyond saving. In the early stages, you can spray 500-1000 times of 50% carbendazim.

3. Pests: Common pests of horseshoe crabs are borers, grasshoppers, etc., which do not cause much harm to them. They can be caught and killed in time when found, or they can be controlled with omethoate.