Maca cultivation methods and precautions

Last Update :2024.04.28

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1. Soil

2. Moisture

3. Nutrients

4. Temperature


Soil: Loose and breathable soil is more suitable for its growth needs. Generally, slightly acidic sandy loam is the best. Moisture: The watering time should be away from high temperatures and the amount of water should be controlled before rain to avoid accumulation of water. Nutrients: The time and frequency of top dressing should be well controlled. Generally, fertilizing about three times is enough. It should be applied sparingly and frequently. Temperature: It likes to grow in an environment with a high temperature difference between day and night, and the best temperature is within 20-30°C.


Maca breeding methods and precautions
1. Soil

1. Soil

Slightly acidic sandy loam soil is suitable for growing maca. When choosing soil, you should choose loose soil and good water diversion. This type of soil is beneficial to the growth of maca. great help.

2. Water

After planting, you should water in the morning on a sunny day. The amount of water should be appropriate but not too much. This can avoid high temperature watering and stagnant water. store. You should also pay attention to the weather conditions from time to time and stop watering before it rains to prevent water storage from affecting the normal growth of the plants.

3. Nutrients

When applying fertilizer, the amount and frequency of fertilization can be determined according to the condition of the seedlings. It is best to use decomposed farmyard manure. Usually, fertilizing about three times is enough. The amount of fertilizer applied each time does not need to be large. It is best to apply small amounts and frequently. Proper soil loosening and weeding during the maintenance period can also promote the absorption of maca nutrients.

4. Temperature

Maca has special requirements for temperature. It likes to grow in an environment with a large temperature difference between day and night. The larger the temperature difference, the more beneficial it is to its growth. The growth needs of Maca can be met only when the temperature difference is above 20-30℃. The temperature difference between day and night should be well controlled during the maintenance period.


2. Moisture

3. Nutrients

4. Temperature












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