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How to plant taro

The planting method of taro is as follows:

1, taro likes warmth, is not resistant to waterlogging and drought, and is suitable for planting in sandy soil and night tidal soil with good drainage conditions;

2. Dig deep before sowing and apply sufficient base fertilizer;

3. Sow taro in the open field, and the suitable period is from the fright to the vernal equinox;

4. Strengthen the test-tube culture, loosen the soil and weed, remove the lateral vines, and properly remove the seeds and sparse leaves, so as to facilitate ventilation and light transmission and improve the yield and quality of root tuber;

5. Prevent aphids from harming tender heads at seedling stage, and prevent leaf-eating pests and grubs at middle and late stage;

6. In the middle and late stage, the stems and leaves grow vigorously, and the tuberous roots form an expansion period. Pay attention to keep the soil moist. In case of rainstorm, timely drainage to prevent waterlogging.