First of all, Kuding tea belongs to plants that like moist and fertile soil, so its drainage and fertility should be considered when selecting soil. Generally speaking, Tiedongqing likes soil with good drainage, loose soil and rich organic matter. Soil can be mixed with humus and decomposed farmyard manure to increase soil fertility and water retention.
In addition, Kuding tea is not acid-resistant, so we should pay attention to the pH of soil when selecting soil. Acidic soil will have a negative impact on the growth of Kuding tea, so it is suggested to use neutral or slightly alkaline soil with pH value between 6.5 and 7.5. For acidic soil, the pH value of soil can be adjusted by adding neutralizer such as lime to meet the growth needs of plants.
In addition, in order to ensure the healthy growth of plants, it is also necessary to consider the soil moisture status. Ilex kudingcha is a kind of plant that likes humid environment, so it is necessary to ensure its moisture status when selecting soil to prevent drought. At the same time, Kuding tea is not tolerant to waterlogging, so attention should be paid to drainage to avoid the influence of excessive waterlogging on plants.
To sum up, the drainage, fertility, pH and moisture status of soil should be considered as the soil for planting Ilex kudingcha. Reasonable soil selection and improvement can provide suitable growth environment for Ilex kudingcha and promote its healthy growth.