Agricultural technology for growing podocarpus seeds
Afrocarpus is an evergreen coniferous tree that belongs to the Podocarpus family. Afrocarpus is an ornamental plant that is used for landscaping parks and gardens.
Afrocarpus can be grown in a variety of climate zones, but grows best in regions with warm climates.
1. Variety selection
When choosing an Afrocarpus variety, the following factors must be considered:
- Purpose of cultivation. For cultivation as an ornamental plant, varieties with a beautiful crown shape and brightly colored needles are selected.
- Size. Afrocarpus can be dwarf, medium-sized and large-sized. For growing in small gardens, dwarf or medium-sized varieties are selected.
2. Soil preparation
Afrocarpus is a light-loving and moisture-loving crop, so to grow it you need to prepare a sunny and humid place.
In autumn, the site is dug up to a depth of 25-30 cm and organic fertilizers (manure, compost, humus) are applied at the rate of 5-6 kg per 1 m². In spring, the soil is leveled and planting holes are made with a depth and diameter of 60-70 cm.
3. Landing
Afrocarpus seedlings are planted in the spring, when the threat of frost has passed.
A drainage layer of broken brick or crushed stone is poured into the planting hole, then a layer of fertile soil. The seedlings are planted so that the root collar is at soil level. After planting, the seedlings are watered abundantly.
4. Plant care
Afrocarpus is an unpretentious plant, but to obtain good growth and development, the following measures must be taken:
- Watering. Afrocarpus is a moisture-loving crop, so it needs to be watered regularly. Water the plants 2-3 times a week, using 10-15 liters of water per 1 m².
- Feeding. During the period of active plant growth, 2-3 fertilizing with mineral fertilizers is carried out. The first feeding is carried out in the phase of 3-4 true leaves, the second - in the flowering phase, the third - in the fruiting phase.
- Trimming. To form the crown of Afrocarpus, pruning is carried out. Pruning is carried out in the spring, before the buds open.
- Protection from pests and diseases. Afrocarpus can be attacked by pests and diseases. To protect plants from pests and diseases, plants are sprayed with special preparations.
5. Harvest
Afrocarpus is an ornamental plant, so it does not bear fruit.
Additional Tips for Growing Afrocarpus
- Afrocarpus tolerates cutting well, so it can be used to create various shapes and figures.
- Afrocarpus is a good honey plant, so it can be planted in gardens to attract bees.
- Afrocarpus needles have bactericidal properties, so they can be used for aromatherapy.
If you follow the agricultural techniques for growing Afrocarpus, you can get a beautiful and ornamental plant.
Afrocarpus can be grown in a variety of climate zones, but grows best in regions with warm climates.
1. Variety selection
When choosing an Afrocarpus variety, the following factors must be considered:
- Purpose of cultivation. For cultivation as an ornamental plant, varieties with a beautiful crown shape and brightly colored needles are selected.
- Size. Afrocarpus can be dwarf, medium-sized and large-sized. For growing in small gardens, dwarf or medium-sized varieties are selected.
2. Soil preparation
Afrocarpus is a light-loving and moisture-loving crop, so to grow it you need to prepare a sunny and humid place.
In autumn, the site is dug up to a depth of 25-30 cm and organic fertilizers (manure, compost, humus) are applied at the rate of 5-6 kg per 1 m². In spring, the soil is leveled and planting holes are made with a depth and diameter of 60-70 cm.
3. Landing
Afrocarpus seedlings are planted in the spring, when the threat of frost has passed.
A drainage layer of broken brick or crushed stone is poured into the planting hole, then a layer of fertile soil. The seedlings are planted so that the root collar is at soil level. After planting, the seedlings are watered abundantly.
4. Plant care
Afrocarpus is an unpretentious plant, but to obtain good growth and development, the following measures must be taken:
- Watering. Afrocarpus is a moisture-loving crop, so it needs to be watered regularly. Water the plants 2-3 times a week, using 10-15 liters of water per 1 m².
- Feeding. During the period of active plant growth, 2-3 fertilizing with mineral fertilizers is carried out. The first feeding is carried out in the phase of 3-4 true leaves, the second - in the flowering phase, the third - in the fruiting phase.
- Trimming. To form the crown of Afrocarpus, pruning is carried out. Pruning is carried out in the spring, before the buds open.
- Protection from pests and diseases. Afrocarpus can be attacked by pests and diseases. To protect plants from pests and diseases, plants are sprayed with special preparations.
5. Harvest
Afrocarpus is an ornamental plant, so it does not bear fruit.
Additional Tips for Growing Afrocarpus
- Afrocarpus tolerates cutting well, so it can be used to create various shapes and figures.
- Afrocarpus is a good honey plant, so it can be planted in gardens to attract bees.
- Afrocarpus needles have bactericidal properties, so they can be used for aromatherapy.
If you follow the agricultural techniques for growing Afrocarpus, you can get a beautiful and ornamental plant.