Cultivation methods and precautions of Prunus mume

Cultivation method of elmleaf plum

soil

Prunus armeniaca generally grows on slopes at low to medium altitudes or under trees and shrubs beside ditches or on the edge of forests.

The soil requirements are not strict, but it grows best in fertile and loose soil with neutral to slightly alkaline content.

Watering

The root system of Prunus armeniaca is relatively developed and it is very drought-resistant, but not water-resistant, so it is best not to plant it in low-lying areas, near ponds and ditches.

When planting in spring, if the weather is dry, water 2-3 times. No watering is needed at other times. At the same time, attention should be paid to drainage during the rainy season.

illumination

The elmleaf plum is strong in nature and likes sunlight, so it should be planted in a place with sufficient light. If it is planted in a place with insufficient light, the plant will be thin, the number of flowers will be small or even no flowers will bloom.

Fertilization

Prunus armeniaca prefers fertile soil, so during the maintenance process, you should pay attention to the frequency and amount of fertilization. When planting, you can apply a few shovels of decomposed cow and horse manure as base fertilizer.

After normal management begins in the second year, fertilizer can be applied once every spring after the flowers fall, in summer during the flower bud differentiation period, and before winter.

Precautions for cultivating elmleaf plum

Pay attention to the cultivation environment

Prunus armeniaca grows best in well-drained sandy loam and can also grow normally in plain sandy soil, but grows poorly in clay, with small and yellow leaves, no branches, and small or no flowers.

Regular topdressing

Top dressing can be applied 1-2 times in May and June to encourage the plants to differentiate flower buds.

Controlling Soil pH

Prunus armeniaca has a certain salt-alkali tolerance and can grow normally in saline-alkali soil with a pH value of 8.8 and a salt content of 0.3% without any adverse reactions.