Management points of bitter gourd in November

Bitter gourd, also known as gourd or cold gourd, is one of our common vegetables. Consumption has the effects of promoting digestion, clearing heat and removing fire, regulating blood lipids, detoxifying and lowering sugar, and is well liked by everyone. In recent years, more and more farmers are planting bitter gourd. With the entry of November, the management of bitter gourd must also be taken seriously. Since November, the temperature has gradually decreased, which will still have a certain impact on the growth and development of bitter gourd. So how to manage bitter gourd in November?

Management points of bitter gourd in November

1.Temperature adjustment

The temperature has already started to decrease in November, so the primary management of bitter gourd in November will definitely control the temperature. Bitter gourd is warm and light. During bitter gourd stage, bitter gourd is very sensitive to temperature changes. The temperature during the day should be controlled at about 28 degrees. It should not be too high. The temperature at night should also be maintained at about 12 degrees. If it is lower than 12 degrees, it will hinder flower bud differentiation of bitter gourd, cause the rate of flowering and fruiting of bitter gourd to decrease, and bitter gourd to grow unevenly. While maintaining the temperature in November, there is proper ventilation and light transmission to ensure the normal growth of bitter gourd.

2.Pick up leaves in Qingyuan

After entering November, bitter gourd began to be harvested gradually. Therefore, after harvesting, it is necessary to clear the garden. First, remove the old leaves, diseased insects and other leaves growing on the vine, and then clear the flowers The park will be burned and buried. Control the spread of germs and prevent pests and diseases caused by germ activities in the coming spring. Do a good job of disinfection, deepen the ground preparation, destroy the wintering places of pests and diseases, improve the cold resistance of bitter gourd plants, and enhance the immune capacity. Reduce the incidence of pests and diseases, and provide a good environment for the growth of bitter gourd plants and melons.

Management points of bitter gourd in November

3. Water and fertilizer management

When bitter gourd is planted in November, it should be ridged as much as possible to keep the bitter gourd warm. After planting, it is covered with a thin film to prevent the air humidity in the shed from becoming too high. When watering, pay attention to the water temperature to prevent the bitter gourd from frost damage caused by too low water temperature, and mainly use small drip irrigation, about once every three weeks. When watering, a small amount of compound fertilizer is applied. The fertilizer at this time is mainly used to promote the rooting of bitter gourd. Increase soil temperature and promote the growth of new roots. However, pay attention to the amount, not too much, because the temperature of the compound fertilizer is low, if it is excessive, it will easily cause the bitter melon to cause freezing damage and affect the growth of bitter melon plants.

4. Disease control

Wendy's gradual decline began in November, and the pests basically began to overwinter, without causing harm to the plants. But if it is poorly managed, it can still be harmed by disease. The common diseases of bitter gourd in winter are spot disease and powdery mildew, so when we carry out disease control in November, we should take these two diseases as the general direction. Use the corresponding control agents to disinfect regularly to eliminate the germs and cut off the spread of the germs. Then be sure to do a good job of clearing the garden, because most of the germs are attached to the old leaves and flowers. Observe the melon garden frequently, and take corresponding measures in time after discovering abnormal conditions, early detection and early treatment.

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