The different factors to be taken into consideration for success in vegetative propagation through budding and grafting are as follows: (i) The stock and scion should preferably belong to the same species or genus of the family. (ii) The rootstock to be selected should be well suitable and compatible with different scion varieties. (iii) The […]
Factors for Success in Vegetative Propagation | Horticulture
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Plant Propagation by Seed | Horticulture | Agriculture
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The fruits like papaya, phalsa, kaghzilime, jamun and guava are usually propagated from seed. Similarly, the rootstalk for citrus, ber, loquat, mango, pear, peach, plum, etc. are usually raised from seed. Propagation from seed has been responsible for the production of chance seedlings of highly superior merit and has contributed towards evolution of new varieties. […]
Top 5 Soil Management Practices of Orchard | Horticulture
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The following points highlight the five main soil management practices of orchard. The practices are: 1. Soil Culture 2. Inter Culture 3. Weed Management 4. Manuring and Fertilization 5. Irrigation Systems. Practice # 1. Soil Culture: (i) Tillage: It means ploughing and hoeing of the soil. The objective of the tillage is to loosen and […]