Oil tea planting conditions: climatic conditions, soil conditions, terrain conditions, sowing time.
1, climatic conditions: oil tea is highly adaptable, but warm and humid climatic conditions are better. The temperature range for growth is between 15-30℃, of which 20-25℃ is the most suitable. In addition, oil tea likes a sunny environment, and sufficient sunlight is favorable to the growth and development of oil tea.
2, soil conditions: oil tea on the soil requirements are more relaxed, adaptable. But to well-drained, loose and fertile loam or sandy loam is good. Suitable for the growth of soil pH value between 5.0-6.5. During planting, low-lying, waterlogged soil should be avoided to prevent root rot of oil tea trees.
3, terrain conditions: oil tea planting is preferable to choose a more gentle terrain, moderate slope areas. Too steep slopes can easily lead to soil erosion, not conducive to the growth of oil tea.
4, sowing time: oil tea sowing time is generally chosen in the spring, the appropriate temperature and humidity is conducive to seed germination. Seeds need to be soaked before sowing to promote seed germination.
Notes on oil tea planting
1, choose high-quality seeds: before sowing, we need to choose good quality seeds with few pests and diseases to ensure the germination rate and the growth quality of oil tea trees.
2, soil improvement: oil tea likes loose and fertile soil, so it is necessary to carry out soil improvement before planting to improve soil fertility. You can properly apply organic fertilizer and rotted farmyard manure to improve soil structure.
3, timely planting: oil tea planting time should be selected in the appropriate season, spring and fall is more appropriate planting period. Avoid planting in high temperature, drought or low temperature, humid environment.
4, maintain a moderate density: oil tea planting to maintain an appropriate planting density, avoid too dense or too thin. Moderate planting density is conducive to the growth and development of oil tea, but also to facilitate the later management and harvesting.