Lichees are a common fruit with a long history of cultivation in our country, often planted in front of or behind rural houses. However, for large-scale planting and to gain profits, it is necessary to engage in some manual management and implement technical measures. Now that lichees are in season and there is a high demand, I will discuss how to cultivate and increase yields. 1. Planting Density: During cultivation, approximately 40 trees can be planted per acre, with a spacing of about 2 meters between rows and about 3 meters between plants. Sow seedlings freely during seedling production, but once the seedlings emerge uniformly, immediately thin out the seedlings, remove weak ones, and weeds. Then, thin the seedlings once when they reach about 3 cm, and transplant them when they grow to 70 to 80 cm, maintaining the aforementioned spacing. 2. Planting Time: In the south, it is generally recommended to plant in March of spring or in early October during the small sunny spring. Both of these times are relatively warm without being too hot and have moderate rainfall, which is beneficial for root growth, with less transpiration, allowing for less watering and reduced burden. In the north, spring planting is common as autumn approaches the cold period quickly, but it should also be done after the soil thaws to avoid frost damage. 3. Planting Strategies: First, dig planting holes. Although the seedlings are less than a meter tall, they need to be accompanied by a soil ball of 30 to 40 cm during transplanting. Moreover, for later growth, the hole must be about 80 cm deep and 70 cm wide. When digging, separate the topsoil, middle soil, and subsoil and place them aside. During planting, first mix the subsoil with bottom fertilizer and fallen leaves, then cover the fertilizer soil with the middle soil, place the seedling, cover it with the topsoil, gently lift the seedling, and then water it to set the roots. Make sure the seedling is planted straight and supported, allowing the roots to naturally lock and hang down, not mixed up randomly. Plant the seedling in the center of the hole, leaving equal space for growth on both sides, preventing uneven growth. For purchased seedlings, be sure to water them promptly to restore their straight posture before trimming some roots and replanting. Similarly, when cultivating lichees, some yield more, while others yield less. Besides differences in planting locations, this is also due to the attention to detail during planting. If you have done everything to perfection, you can compare your methods and seek appropriate measures.

Wade Emperor plum seedlings' growing environment: They are adaptable to climates and can be planted in any soil type as long as the soil layer is deep and has some fertility. They require high air and soil humidity, are not tolerant of waterlogging, and poor orchard drainage often leads to root rot and poor growth. It is advisable to establish orchards in areas with loose soil, good soil aeration and drainage, deep soil layers, and low groundwater levels. Distribution range: They are produced in Henan, Shandong, Liaoning, Jilin, Shaanxi, Gansu, Sichuan, Yunnan, Guizhou, Hunan, Hubei, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Jiangxi, Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, and Taiwan. They grow in shrubbery on hillsides, sparse forests in valleys, or along rivers, ditches, and roads. Altitudes range from 400 to 2,600 meters. They are cultivated in all provinces and regions, and are an important temperate fruit tree. Propagation methods: Grafting: Common rootstocks include wild peach and plum. Wild peach rootstocks have strong affinity, rapid growth, early fruiting, drought resistance, large fruits with sweet taste, but are not tolerant of humidity, leading to early decline and short lifespan. Plum rootstocks are suitable for humid regions, have long grafting life, are fertile, and yield high, but the fruits are not as large as those from peach rootstocks. Scions are taken from high-yielding parent trees, selecting one-year-old branches with full growth from the middle to upper part of the tree crown, usually grafted immediately after collection. Scions can also be obtained from branches trimmed during winter. Grafting can be done by bud grafting from June to August and by cleft grafting from January to February. Cutting: One-year-old branch cuttings are easy to root and become seedlings. Additionally, winter root segments with a diameter of 7-8mm can also be easily propagated. Division: Root suckers can be used for propagation. Typically, soil is piled around the roots to promote the formation of adventitious buds on horizontal roots. After the buds sprout and shoot, the following year, the suckers are separated from the parent plant and transplanted as independent seedlings.