Harvest will double: how to feed a Hungarian plum in the fall

Autumn gardening work has long-term benefits, as proper and timely fertilization can improve the next season's harvest. Hungarian is the most popular variety of plum used in cooking and canning.

Feeding plums after harvesting should become an annual September tradition. Experts say that by following certain measures, the next season will be plentiful, and they will be healthy and extremely tasty.

When to carry out autumn fertilization

Autumn feeding of plums should be carried out in September, immediately after harvesting. You should not delay this procedure. Any work related to feeding the plum should be preceded by thorough loosening of the soil. It is necessary to get rid of weeds that steal valuable nutrients from the plant.

How to feed the plum tree

Be sure to refuse components containing nitrogen - they will be useful in the spring. Instead, you should use special mixtures containing potassium and phosphorus. These formulations will help strengthen the root system of the tree.

The plum tree will be more resistant to difficult winter conditions. Autumn fertilizers with potassium and phosphorus are usually available in the form of granules that need to be scattered under the tree.

How to care for the Hungarian plum tree

Gardeners practice pruning immediately after harvest. You should get rid of dead or dried up twigs. Plum trees can also be pruned in places where they are too dense. Use sharp secateurs for pruning. Wounds after cuts should be treated with a special garden solution, because they must heal before the onset of frost.

When growing plum trees, it is extremely important to pick the fruits regularly. If left under the tree, they begin to rot, and the process of decay often attracts various types of pests.

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