Watermelon Fertilizer Recommendation – Poster 01
Crop Overview & Recommendations
Overview
Watermelons require balanced nutrition for vigorous vine growth and high-quality fruit development. Potassium is especially important for fruit sweetness and quality, while nitrogen supports vegetative growth.
Fertilizer Recommendations
- Basal application: Apply balanced NPK with organic matter at planting or transplanting.
- Vegetative stage: Apply nitrogen to support vine growth and development.
- Flowering and fruiting: Increase potassium and phosphorus; ensure adequate calcium for fruit quality.
- Fruit development: Maintain high potassium levels for sweetness and reduce nitrogen to avoid excessive vegetative growth.
Application Tips
Apply fertilizers in bands or around plants, keeping away from direct stem contact. Use side dressing for additional nutrients during growth. Maintain consistent soil moisture for proper nutrient uptake and fruit development. Mulching helps retain moisture and suppress weeds.
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Growth Stages
- Seedling establishment
- Vine growth and development
- Flowering and fruit set
- Fruit development and enlargement
- Maturation and harvest
Benefits of Proper Nutrition
- Higher fruit yield and larger fruit size
- Improved fruit sweetness and quality
- Better vine health and disease resistance
- Reduced risk of fruit disorders
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