Watermelon: cultivation in the middle belt with observance of agricultural techniques

Everyone knows that watermelons are useful and tasty. And many summer residents would like to grow them on their plots. But since culture is heat-loving, not everyone knows how to do it correctly. Watermelon, cultivation in the middle zone of which is possible only when choosing the right variety, can be planted both in seedlings and directly into the open ground.

The first option is preferable, since in this case obtaining a good harvest is more likely. In this case, of course, you should choose only early maturing varieties. For seedlings, it is best to use peat-reflux cups. Pre-soaked seeds are planted at a depth of 2 - 3 cm. For a guaranteed result, ascendant watermelons need as much light as possible. Therefore, it is best to put the cups on the windowsill. It is also desirable to maintain a suitable temperature around +20 degrees.

Cultivation of watermelons in the middle belt differs in its nuances. One of the important conditions is the use of planting of virgin land. However, if this is not possible, you can transfer seedlings to any place. The main thing is that the soil is fertile. Before planting in the beds it will be useful to bring in a little peat and humus.

Using sand for this purpose will also be very useful for such a fastidious culture as watermelon. Cultivation in the middle zone begins immediately after the warm weather is established. Usually this is the end of May - the beginning of July. During this period the seedlings are transferred to the open ground. Seeds of watermelons are planted around this time. In any case, this is done according to the scheme of 50 x 50.

Watermelon, cultivation in the middle zone of which does not require abundant watering, it is necessary only to feed. Do this with the help of mineral fertilizers. Sometimes for this purpose use a solution of mullein or chicken manure. The first time the fertilizer is introduced about a week after planting the seedlings in the soil, the second and third - with an interval of two weeks.

In the event that the summer will be rainy, watermelons, cultivation in the middle zone of which is a risky business, may not yield such a plentiful harvest as one would like. To increase the likelihood of a good result, you need to spend pricking, leaving on each whip no more than two fruits.

With cleaning, it's also not worth hurrying. Even a very large watermelon can be unsympathetic. Growing in the middle belt of this culture ends at the end of the summer season. Already in the beginning of August it will be possible to get the first result. However, the peak of ripening is usually in the middle - the end of this month. To determine the maturity of the fetus, one must first examine the tip of the whip. If it dried, most likely, a watermelon ripe. You can also knock on the fetus itself. If the sound is deaf, it could mean the same thing.

Experienced vacationers are advised, even in case of failure do not despair. Cultivation of watermelon in the middle belt - the occupation is rather complicated. And, as they say, one time is not necessary. Perhaps, by trial and error, you will eventually be able to find your own way of effectively growing this fastidious culture.