Can Hami melon be grown in the south?

Can Hami melon be grown in the south?

Hami melon can be grown in the south. The temperature difference between day and night needs to be controlled during planting. It generally prefers to grow in a warm and dry climate. It can be planted in the south all year round. The climatic conditions in the south are also very convenient for the growth of Hami melon.

Hami melon has relatively high requirements for temperature when growing, and also has certain requirements for water and climate. It is generally planted more in Hami, Xinjiang. Usually, the two types of Hami melon, Xizhou Mi and Hongmi No. 1, are more suitable for planting in the south.

Hami melon planting technology in the south

1. Temperature: Hami melon likes a high temperature environment. Generally, high temperature during the day and low temperature at night are most beneficial to the growth of Hami melon. It is most appropriate to control the daytime temperature at around 24-30 degrees.

2. Fertilization: Hami melon needs to be applied with base fertilizer when it is first planted, and phosphorus fertilizer and potassium fertilizer need to be applied once during the flowering period and fruiting period respectively.

3. Watering: Hami melon has a greater demand for water during the fruiting period. Generally, it needs to be watered every week when the fruit is forming, and it only needs to be watered once before harvesting.