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How to fertilize Citrus trees with Vermicompost

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Citrus trees will benefit from a slightly nitrogen rich or balanced NPK fertilizer. Vermicompost is rich in nitrogen and contain plenty of micronutrients including boron, copper, iron, manganese, magnesium and zinc. A young Citrus tree can be fertilized every once every 2-3 months First we are going a create a circular ring around the Citrus tree The ring shall be at an radius of 2 to 3 feet and do not disturb the roots We should not place fertilizer near the trunk of the tree Apply 20 Kgs of Vermicompost around the tree. Spread the fertilizer evenly and do not mound against the trunk. After completing fertilization, cover them with the removed soil After fertilization, tree will be healthy, with lush, dark-green foliage and fruits Citrus tree fertilizing can also be done through the leaves Finally irrigate the soil and keep the soil the most.

How to fertilize Citrus tree with Vermicompost / Organic Fertilizer appl...

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How to Prune Trees in the farm?

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Pruning is the process of removing side branches which will increase the height of the tree and reduces knots on the main stem If we remove the side branches, the tree’s growth will concentrate around the tree’s main stem and its canopy Pruning commences in the second year of planting. It involves clearing branches and twigs from the lower half of the tree Pruning can be done anytime except summer. Prune the tree when its branches and twigs are still young and small. Prune the branches, at least 1 inches away from the main stem Do not cut the branch collar as it will take time to heal. Also cutting the branch collar increases the risk of pests and diseases You can use hand pruner or pole pruner depending on the size of the tree. Small, young twigs can also be pruned using sharp sickle or machete If pruning gets delayed, removal of large branches can result in knot defects. Pruning of larger branches can also be susceptible for infection by pest After pruning the teak tree, ferti

How to prune and fertilize Teak Trees

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How to prepare Vermicompost in the farm / Organic Fertilizer preparation...

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