How long is the growth period of bitter melon?

Introduction to Bitter Melon Growth

Bitter melon has strong adaptability. It is native to India and has a long history of cultivation in Southeast Asia. In China, bitter melon is produced all over the north and south.

Bitter melon growth cycle

If bitter melon is planted in combination with different varieties, it can be sown from mid-February to mid-July, and the entire growth process takes about 80-100 days.

Bitter melon growth rate

The flowering period of bitter melon is from June to July, and the fruiting period is from September to October, with a growth cycle of 80-100 days. It grows slowly before the vine-pulling period, and most of the stems and vines are formed during the flowering and fruiting period.

Bitter melon growth cycle management

The yield of bitter melon is related to the variety, cultivation technology, growing season, etc. The general yield is 3,000-5,000 kilograms. Late-maturing varieties and disease-resistant varieties usually have higher yields.

Temperature management: The germination temperature of bitter melon seeds is 30-35 degrees. After soaking the seeds in 40-50 degrees warm water for 4-6 hours, they begin to germinate in two days. The plants are best grown in an environment of about 20-30 degrees.

Fertilization management : Bitter melon needs to be fertilized with sufficient base fertilizer, farmyard manure, compound fertilizer and phosphorus fertilizer. When the bitter melon grows to one and a half feet high, more nitrogen fertilizer can be added. When it blooms and bears fruit, more boron fertilizer can be added to increase production.