How to grow fruit trees

If you want to learn how to cultivate fruit trees, keep in mind the advice offered by experts in landscaping, agriculture and gardening. Check them out in this note.

Tips for growing fruit tree

Prior to cultivate fruit trees, it is necessary to know some characteristics of the terrain that will plant. The climate, the amount of water and space are three aspects to not despise. A good way to realize what are the best species to plant in your garden is to look around: trees that are common in your neighborhood are that better adapt to the Park.

The composition of the soil is a major factor to take into account the planting of fruit trees. The trees grow well, it is crucial to know what size that will take several years, and not only on the surface, but also in the roots. There is no point planting a tree in a small space. If you don’t have much space in your garden, you choose to either shrubs and smaller trees (such as orange or lemon).

To cultivate fruit trees, it is necessary to have a good amount of Sun each day, and a good idea is to plant vegetables to your around that can benefit from its shadow, but not too much. Pay attention because some fruit trees have roots that subtract all moisture from the ground.

Before planting fruit trees, you must first know your orientation. Preferred sites protected from the wind, because when they are newly growing they may drop, or that are developed for one side. Trees in a wall, a fence or a bow Guide. Remember that the growth of fruit trees is much slower than other species.

Steps for planting fruit trees

Pay attention to the following steps for planting fruit trees:

mark the place of planting: taking into account the tips listed above on determines which site of land to grow fruit trees, each one will be. Plan observing the Sun and the surrounding area. You should provide you with everything you need to grow up healthy and strong.

paves the way: this should be a year before, either in spring or in autumn. Make an analysis of the composition of the soil to see if it complies with the requirements. Add fertilizer, to fertilize with phosphorus and potassium.

buy the chosen trees: you can go to the nursery in your neighborhood, where will also advise you how to plant fruit trees and some basic care. You can opt to purchase trees that are already formed, more than three years of age, or saplings, a year and as much as one meter high. While the latter are more economical, is more work required to plant them and prevent you from getting sick or will die. A third alternative (not recommended if you don’t have knowledge of gardening) is to buy patterns of graft; they are a slice of a tree, basically.

carries out the “marinade”: it’s a caldosa mixture of Earth and water which serves to moisten the area and that the root absorbs just at the time of the transplant. Although this process is not mandatory, it is very helpful and helps the rooting.

choose pollinators: the majority of those who want to plant fruit trees do not know that you for that fruit tree must be pollinated or fertilized. This is carried out by bees, mainly, and other insects. Some are pollinated by the wind, but they are rare cases. If you only go to the planting of a tree, it is best to choose those who are most fertile, and always local (in the area).

plant tree: make a hole in the land where you are going to plant your tree. You must be at least 50 cm wide by 50 cm deep, but it will depend on the species and age. Remove the tree from the pot in which you bought it. If you notice that the roots are dry, soak in the marinade, and but, uses that mixture to cover the pit once you’ve placed it inside, very carefully. Beside the tree must be positioned in a tutor or stake to grow right.

the fruit tree maintenance: once you have finished to cultivate fruit trees, you must take charge of its maintenance. During the first three years you must leave the base free of grasses and grass, to prevent that they compete for nutrients and water. You should also place a protective element, which can be done with a plastic tube. In the majority of cases, irrigation is not necessary, unless you live in a very arid area (there is always to plant fruit trees if the region allows it).

 

The best fruit trees for farming

A very common query is what are the best fruit trees for planting. This depends on certain factors, such as the land available, the tastes of the family, the area where they live, etc.

For gardens or parks in the sierra, the suggested are: avocado, banana, pineapple, citrus, Plum, cocoa, pear, grape, soursop, mora, guayaba, walnut, mango and papaya. For coastal areas, may be planted fruit trees of the following species: passion fruit, peach and Apple.

Prior to cultivate fruit trees, make sure that they are in good condition and do not forget to take into account the tips in this article.