Orchard grassing is actually a cultivation technique that can balance the orchard ecosystem, loosen the soil, and enhance the yield and quality of fruits. Let's learn about the timing and methods of orchard grassing together.
Timing and Methods of Orchard Grassing
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Variety Selection: Orchard grassing is usually done by artificial planting. Varieties such as Bahia grass, Artemisia capillaris, white clover, long-haired wild peas, alfalfa, clover, ryegrass, and ryegrass can be chosen.
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Timing of Grassing: There are two grassing seasons in a year, generally sowing in March-April and September. Sowing in March-April can result in grass coverage by June-July, while sowing in September can avoid the impact of grass shortage in the orchard, reducing the laborious task of weeding.
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Preparation Before Planting: Before sowing, prepare the land well. Water the soil 15 days before sowing to allow the grass seeds to germinate. Then water again, spray some short-term degradable herbicides. After 7 days, water again to wash away the residual herbicides. Finally, sow the grass seeds.
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Harvesting: When it comes to harvesting season, grass can be manually cut with a sickle or mechanically cut. This can reduce competition for nutrients among the trees and use the grass as fertilizer to increase soil organic matter. Do not cut for the first few months, and start cutting when the grass is vigorous and strong, 2-4 times a year.
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Plowing and Rolling the Grass: After 4-5 years of growth, the grass gradually ages. It should be plowed and rolled in time, and the land should rest for 1-2 years before re-sowing. It is advisable to plow and roll in spring. Herbicides can also be sprayed on the grass surface to make the grass quickly die, rot, and decompose.
Above is the introduction to the timing and methods of orchard grassing. Of course, in addition to artificial planting, natural grassing is also possible, but care should be taken to remove malignant weeds.
