1、 When is the best time to plant

For watermelon planting, it is best to sow and raise seedlings in mid and late March in spring. It can be planted in mid and late April, and harvest will begin in late June. If it is planted in the greenhouse, the time can be advanced to about mid and late February. Watermelon planting is not the only planting time. It is divided into spring stubble, summer stubble and autumn stubble. Summer stubble is sown from late May to early June, and can be harvested in mid and late August. Autumn stubble can be sown from late June to mid July, and can be ripe and harvested from September to October

2、 How to plant

1. Select improved seeds: select seeds according to your preferences before planting. Seeds with good quality can improve the germination rate

2. Prepare soil: prepare loose and breathable soil for sowing. In order to increase nutrition, apply rotten farmyard fertilizer and mix evenly

3. Soaking and sprouting: before sowing, the seeds need to be treated. First dry the seeds for 1-2 days, then soak them in warm water for about 5-6 hours, then gently scrub them with 5% lime water, and then wash them in clean water. After cleaning, put it in the greenhouse to promote germination. When the buds grow, they can be sown

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 in the growth stage, reasonable topdressing to ensure nutrition, pruning and vine pressing, and prevention and control of diseases and pests