Effects of Earthworm Manure on Growth and Quality of Welsh Onion
[Objective]The aim was to explore the effects of earthworm manure on the growth and quality of welsh onion.[Method]With Zhengyanfeng welsh onion as test material,the effects of different amounts of earthworm manure on the growth,quality and yield of welsh onion were studied by furrow application.[Result]When applying 7 500 kg/hm2 earthworm manure+1 500 kg/hm2 chemical fertilizer,welsh onion had the longest white onion and the highest plant height.When applying 15 000 kg/hm2 earthworm manure+1 500 kg/hm2 chemical fertilizer,welsh onion had the highest white thickness,single plant weight and plot yield.The application of different amounts of earthworm manure increased the contents of protein,vitamin C and nitrate in welsh onion,and improved the quality of welsh onion.The application of 15 000 kg/hm2 earthworm manure+ 1 500 kg/hm2 chemical fertilizer had the best effect.[Conclusion]The application of 15 000 kg/hm2 earthworm manure +1 500 kg/hm2 chemical fertilizer was the best fertilization scheme in promoting the growth and increasing yield and income of welsh onion.
Silangyao village of Jiyuan cityEarthworm manureWelsh onionFertility traits and quality