Can lychees be grown in Hunan?

Can lychees be grown in Hunan?

Litchi can be grown in Hunan, because Hunan Province has a typical subtropical monsoon climate, and lychee is also a subtropical fruit, so lychee can be grown in Hunan Province. In addition, it can also be grown in greenhouses. The varieties that can be grown include Yuanzhi, Guiwei, Huaizhi, Sanyuehong, etc.

Hunan lychees bloom and bear fruit

Hunan lychees are generally planted in March and April, and early-maturing varieties can be planted as early as February and March. It is a long-lived fruit tree, but it bears fruit relatively late, 6-7 years after planting, and will mature and be available on the market in May to August each year.

Litchi Planting Technology in Hunan

1. Cultivation base

There are many litchi cultivation bases in Hunan, among which the most famous is the Wangcheng litchi planting base. In addition, some litchi varieties are originated in Hunan.

2. Planting conditions

Hunan Province has a relatively large area and there are certain differences in terrain conditions. When planting litchi, the appropriate litchi cultivation method should be determined based on the specific conditions.

3. Planting technology

For the selected litchi orchard, it is necessary to make timely plans for zoning, roads, irrigation and drainage systems, and protective forests, and it is best to implement standardized management.