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Propogation and planting
Propagation: Presently, pomegranate is successfully propagated by hardwood stem cutting and air-layering.
Stem cutting: Cuttings are collected from high yielding plants one year old & fully matured shoots. About 25-40cm long cutting should be planted by removing leaves and treating the bottom end of cuttings with rooting hormone (IBA - 2000ppm) and inserted in the soil; Plants will be ready in 55-60 days. Establishment of orchard:Air layering – Pomegranate may also be propagated by air layering. It should be done during rainy season; The bottom of the uppercut can be treated with IBA 10,000ppm for better rooting Planting: Land is prepared thoroughly during onset of monsoon. Pits of 60-75cm3 at a spacing of 5x2m, planting should be done during monsoon season. Planting of 1-2 year old rooted cuttings in center of pits and provide support with staking. Irrigation: Newly planted orchard requires frequent and regular irrigation, during flowering and fruiting, orchard should be irrigated regularly to avoid cracking of fruits and for better development of fruits. Intercropping and Intercultivation: Leguminous, vegetables and cereals can be taken during pre-bearing stage. Papaya can be taken as filler plant. Basins should be maintained free from weeds. Deep ploughing should be avoided as it damages the roots. |
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