Fruit trees are not only a beautiful decoration of our garden, but also benefit from delicious and he althy fruit. It is more and more popular to plant fruit trees such as apple trees, cherries, pear trees, apricots, peaches and plums in gardens. Caring for them is not as difficult as it may seem, it is enough to follow the schedule of tasks assigned to the appropriate seasons.The prices of fruit trees fluctuate between a dozen or so and several dozen zlotys. Cheaper seedlings can be found in larger stores, while the more expensive ones can be found in gardening stores, as well as at markets or bazaars. In the case of the latter, we have greater confidence in their quality and chances of acceptance.
When to plant fruit trees?
Seedlings of fruit trees come in two forms, some are sold with the open root system, others are sold in pots with the roots in the ground. Planting fruit trees with an uncovered root system should take place during the dormant period, i.e. in early spring (March-April) or autumn (November). Trees grown in pots can be planted all year round, but it is best to do it in spring.
How to plant fruit trees?
For fruit trees to be adopted and to be produced in the future in juicy fruit, it is worth choosing a sunny place to plant them. At the planting site, a 60 cm hole should be dug every 1 meter, depending on the type of soil fertility and the size of the root system.It is worth filling the hole with fertile soil mixed with compost. Once the root system has been exposed, it is a good idea to trim the dry roots before planting them in the ground. At the end, we tread the buried soil, creating a small depression and water it thoroughly.
How to cultivate fruit trees?
To enjoy the beautiful view of fruit trees and harvest abundant crops , there are some well-known rules that you should follow. The trees should be systematically pruned and care should be taken to prevent the development of any disease by using appropriate spraying. Watering the trees can be reduced to weekly duties, as they do not like too wet ground. Of course, it depends on air temperature and soil quality. In the spring, you can also provide the tree with additional minerals in the form of a special fertilizer. In addition to making the fruit look good, it is worth inoculating the seedling of the tree.
Which fertilizer to choose for the trees?
Young fruit trees should be provided with an additional portion of minerals needed for proper expansion of the branch in order to create a properly developed tree crown.The fertilizer should be used in May and June. It is worth choosing the right, already prepared fertilizer mixtures that contain the right proportions of minerals. For older trees, mineral fertilizer is applied every spring. Organic fertilizer, i.e. manure and compost, is used not more often than every 3-4 years. In cases of excessive soil acidification, the soil may also be limed in autumn. It is a procedure that is also performed no more than every 3-4 years.
When to prune fruit trees?
Pruning fruit trees is one of the most important treatments influencing their condition and fruit quality. It is worth making the first cuts in early spring. You should get rid of all crossed branches, as well as damaged and broken branches. When the trees begin to bear fruit, it is worth remembering about thinning the fruit. This has a positive effect on the quality of the fruit left behind, and also prevents the branches from breaking under the influence of their excess, and also reduces diseases. Once we have harvested the fruit, we can gently prune the damaged and crossed branches.
