When and how to plant watermelons?

First, when is the best time to plant watermelons? It is best to sow and raise seedlings in the middle and late March in spring, or plant them in the middle and late April, and start harvesting in late June. If it is planted in a greenhouse, the time can be advanced to around the middle and late February. Watermelon planting is not limited to this planting time. Divided into spring stubble, summer stubble and autumn stubble. Sow summer stubble from late May to early June, and harvest in the middle and late August. Autumn stubble can be sown in late June to mid-July, and harvested in September -65438+ 10.

Second, how to plant 1, choose improved varieties: before planting, choose seeds according to your own preferences, and good quality seeds can improve the germination rate.

2. Soil preparation: prepare loose and breathable soil for sowing. In order to increase nutrition, you can apply decomposed farmyard manure and mix it evenly.

3. Soaking seeds to accelerate germination: Before sowing, seeds need to be treated. First, dry the seeds in the sun for 1-2 days, then soak them in warm water for about 5-6 hours, then gently rub them with 5% lime water, and then clean them with clean water. After cleaning, put it in the greenhouse to accelerate germination, and most buds can be planted when they grow out.

4. Sowing: Sow the seeds into the soil, cover the surface with a layer of soil, and then cover with a film to keep warm and moisturize.

5. Management and maintenance: timely watering during the growth period, reasonable topdressing to ensure nutrition, pruning and pressing vines, and preventing and controlling pests and diseases.