Fertilizer Requirements for Watermelon:-
- Apply well rotten FYM @ 15-22.5 tonnes/ha. should be mixed thoroughly with the soil at the time of preparation of land.
- 135 kg Urea, 100 kg DAP and 70 kg MoP are the proper doses per acre for the cultivation of watermelon.
- The full quantity of phosphorus and potash and half quantity of nitrogen used before sowing.
- Rest nitrogen used 10-15 days after sowing.
- In general, high N under high temperature condition promotes maleness in flowering and lower number of flowers fruit-set and yield.
- Watermelons require ample amount of potassium and phosphorus for optimal melon production.
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