Beibei pumpkin planting method and time outdoor planting and management technology

Beibei pumpkin planting time

The planting time of Baby Pumpkin is in spring and autumn, specifically in early spring from December to January. Some warm areas start planting in November. It can be put on the market very early after planting, and can be harvested and put on the market around April in spring. If you choose to plant in autumn, you can choose around July.

Beibei Pumpkin Planting Methods and Key Points

1. Select seeds: Before sowing the baby pumpkin, select bright, plump and high-quality seeds, remove the shriveled seeds or seeds with worm holes, soak them in warm water of 50-60 degrees, then put them in moist gauze and place them in a warm place to germinate.

2. Sowing: prepare loose and fertile nutrient soil, water it in advance to keep it moist, lay the seeds flat and sow them in, cover them with soil and spray water. When the seedlings grow 3-4 leaves, you can prepare the soil for planting. Apply enough base fertilizer to the soil so that the roots can fully absorb nutrients and promote root growth.

Key points for managing Beibei pumpkin

1. Build a frame and hang vines

When the baby pumpkin seedlings grow to a height of about 40 cm, you can consider setting up a rack to hang the vines. During the growth of the baby pumpkin, the fruit cannot touch the ground. During the hanging process, let the vines grow evenly distributed, which can increase ventilation and light transmission, and photosynthesis will be better.

2. Pest and disease control

Common diseases of Beibei pumpkin include powdery mildew and viral disease. When powdery mildew occurs, you can use methyl thiophanate or thiophanate-methyl for prevention and control. The main insect pests are whiteflies, aphids, leafminers, etc., which can be controlled with imidacloprid, imidacloprid EC, cypermethrin, acetamiprid, insect mite light EC, and Chaole EC.