Tomatoes are an indispensable vegetable on our daily tables and are economical and affordable national vegetables. Nowadays, more and more people like to grow potted tomatoes on their balconies. They grow and eat them themselves. They are green, healthy and delicious. When tomatoes are grown in pots on the balcony, if they are allowed to grow naturally, the later fruiting rate will not be high. During the growth cycle of tomatoes, they still need to be pinched, fertilized, and watered, but many friends don’t know how to do it. The editor of the production department has compiled "Tips, Fertilizers, and Watering Techniques for Potted Tomatoes" for everyone to learn together!
Basic information about tomatoes
| Chinese name | Tomato |
|---|---|
| Difficulty in cultivation | General |
| Growth Cycle | About 60 days |
| Main pests | Aphids, giant fungus, moth fly, powdery mildew, leaf mold |
How to make a cross and pinch the tips
Buds (branches) emerging from the base of leaves and stems, side branches extending one by one from the main branch, etc. are all objects that need to be "crossed". Removing side buds will make the fruit grow, and with good sunlight and ventilation, it can effectively prevent the occurrence of diseases and pests.
You can’t cut tomatoes randomly. Generally, the first side branch below the first spike of flower should be cut off as early as possible; other side branches below the first side branch can be cut later because they can provide root protection. For the role of the roots, we can remove these side forks when the plant reaches 10-15 cm. And the twigs above the first spike of flowers should be knocked off as soon as possible.
The whole growth period of tomatoes is not only about making a cross, but also need to pinch off the tips. When the flowers bloom and bear fruit, after the fourth layer of fruits, just pinch off the main head about ten centimeters above the fruit. Or wait until the tomatoes grow to about 80 centimeters before you can top the main stems. Topping tomatoes in balcony potted plants can control the wild growth of the plants. However, many tomatoes are now dwarf varieties and will not grow tall without topping.
After picking and topping potted tomatoes grown on the balcony, can control the wild growth of plants.
Check nutritional status
If the leaves are Y-shaped, sclerotic and have a slightly upward face (feeling of twining at the top), this indicates nutritional deficiencies and nutritional deficiencies. If the rhizomes are very thin (healthy stems are about 1~1.2cm thick) and the color is thin, fertilizer needs to be added immediately.
On the contrary, if the leaves are slightly bent downward, you can rest assured that the nutrients are rich and no top dressing is needed.
Time and method of fertilization
The time for the first fertilization is basically one month after the planting is started, that is, when the first-stage fruit is about the size of a ping pong ball< /b>.
After this, the nutritional status should be observed at any time, and the amount of fertilizer applied should be the same each time.
Tips for fertilization: Tomatoes require a lot of potassium fertilizer during their growth. In addition to applying organic fertilizer, you can add some quicklime powder and egg shell powder appropriately.
How to fertilize
Recommended for use with liquid fertilizer. Fluid fertilizers and activators can be sprayed directly on plants and soil. Just pour the nutrient solution in with the water. The nutrient solution can be simply prepared, such as the rinsing liquid of grass charcoal, or fermented bean cake sesame oil, soaked in water to obtain the nutrient solution, and then applied.
How to water tomatoes
Time and watering points
If the leaves begin to fade, water them immediately. Sometimes the soil surface is dry, but the roots are moist, so you need to dig 5 centimeters into the soil (the second joint of your finger) to feel the soil moisture. If it feels a little moist, it is okay not to water.
Beware of excessive moisture!
Tomatoes like a dry environment, and if we want to get quality fruit, we must limit moisture as much as possible.
Also, if it rains too much, it may become sick or wither. If it is the rainy season, your balcony vegetable garden needs to be protected from rain.
About fruit growth regulator
You can spray fruit regulators during the growth cycle of tomatoes to improve flower preservation and fruit setting. Expand
The above are the daily management points of potted tomatoes introduced by the editor of the production department. I hope everyone can harvest delicious tomatoes. !
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