Can lychees be grown in Jiangxi?

Can lychees be grown in Jiangxi?

Litchi can be grown in Jiangxi because most areas of Jiangxi have a subtropical monsoon climate. If it is planted in the open field, Jiangxi is more suitable. The varieties that can be grown here include Gualü, Huaizhi, Guiwei, etc.

Jiangxi lychee blossoms and bears fruit

The planting of Jiangxi lychees usually starts in April when the temperature rises, and can continue until June. During this period, the lychee germination rate is very high, but the growth rate is slow. It takes about 6-10 years from planting to fruiting.

Litchi Planting Technology in Jiangxi

1. Planting density

If you are planting litchi in Jiangxi, you can plant 50-60 trees per acre, which means that the average row spacing between each litchi tree is about 3-5 meters.

2. Temperature management

Litchi is very sensitive to temperature. The most suitable temperature for its growth is 18-35℃. When the temperature is below 15℃, the lychee seedlings must be kept warm. You can build a greenhouse for them to keep them warm.

3. Water management

Litchi has very high requirements for water, especially when it is heading. The soil must be kept moist and drought must not occur, otherwise it will affect the quality of the fruit.