Kumquat planting methods and management

Soil requirements

Potted kumquats prefer loose, fertile, acidic soil. If the soil of the potted kumquats is found to be compacted, the soil should be changed immediately. Soil that is not breathable or permeable can easily lead to root rot. When changing the soil, you can use 4 parts of leaf mold, 5 parts of sandy soil, and 1 part of cake fertilizer.

Watering method

Kumquat likes moisture but avoids waterlogging. Excessive watering can easily lead to root rot. When caring for the plant at home, the watering time should be determined according to the home's maintenance environment. When it is dry in spring, you should spray water on the leaves once a day to increase the air humidity. In summer, spray water 2-3 times a day and spray water on the ground. When watering, avoid water droplets falling on the flowers, which may cause the flowers to rot and affect fruiting.

Lighting requirements

Kumquat likes an environment with plenty of sunlight, so it should be placed in a sunny place when caring for it. If there is insufficient light, the plant will easily grow too tall and produce fewer flowers and fruits. When the temperature is high and the light is strong in summer, kumquats should be placed in a shaded place. The indoor temperature in winter should not freeze. If the room temperature is too high, the plant will not get sufficient dormancy, and will grow weak in the second year, and will easily drop flowers and fruits.

Temperature requirements

Kumquat likes warm and refreshing environment. When the temperature drops below ten degrees in autumn, kumquats should be moved indoors. In winter, it is best to ensure the growth temperature is between 6 and 12 degrees. When the temperature is too low, the plant is prone to frost damage, and when the temperature is too high, it affects the plant's dormancy and is not conducive to flowering and fruiting in the next year.

Fertilization method

Potted kumquats require proper water and fertilizer management. Apply a quick-acting phosphorus fertilizer, such as superphosphate, when the branches are fully grown to prevent excessive growth of branches and leaves and to promote flower bud differentiation and flowering and fruiting.

Pruning requirements

Pruning is an important technical measure to make kumquat flowers bloom and bear fruit. To make the tree beautiful and bear more fruits, cut off some of the previous year's branches before the spring buds sprout. Leave 2 to 3 buds for the strong ones. Leave 3 pruned one-year-old branches on each plant to facilitate the sprouting of spring shoots. When the new buds grow to 15 to 20 cm, pinch off the top to make the branches full.

Pest Control

The branches and leaves of kumquat are often harmed by scale insects, red spiders, and butterfly larvae. Among them, scale insects are more common, and the occurrence period is April and May. You can spray 1000 times diluted acephate; you can also use a small brush to brush off the pests.

Potted kumquats have lush branches and leaves, are evergreen all the year round, and are filled with fragrance when they bloom. The white flowers are very soft, and the fruits are yellow-red when ripe. Whether it is for viewing leaves, flowers, or fruits, it has a certain ornamental value. It is also very common in homes. This is the end of the introduction to the cultivation methods of kumquats, and I hope it will be helpful to everyone.