Planting fruit trees is a very responsible business. This procedure cannot be redone, and in case of errors, the culture may not bear fruit. How to plant and care for a pear will be described in this article.
Choosing the right time
For pear planting, the weather must be dry and warm. The most suitable time is September or October, when the autumn cold has not yet arrived.
Some gardeners plant pears in spring, but fall planting has its advantages:
- In autumn, nurseries have a huge number of seedlings.
- The purchased seedlings managed to gain strength and gain strength over the summer.
- Winter frosts will be good hardening, making the tree more resilient.
- Spring return frosts are not terrible for plants planted in autumn.
The pear is considered a finicky plant. In order to grow a full-fledged tree that will bring good yields, it is advisable to familiarize yourself with the agricultural technology of this culture.
Selection and preparation of seedlings
Planting any fruit tree should start with choosing a quality seedling. This must be taken as responsibly as possible so that the work does not disappear. It is best to choose seedlings that are 1-2 years old.
It is necessary to carefully examine the plant. It must be strong and elastic. It is important that there is no damage to it. This also applies to the roots.
If the root system is healthy and developed, the tree will quickly take root and begin to develop. In the case of rotten areas, it is better to refuse such a seedling.
The preparation of a seedling includes the following stages:
- Removing all leaves. This is necessary due to the fact that the leaves draw moisture onto themselves, but the root system of the tree is not yet working.
- Soak roots in water for 24 hours. It is especially important to carry out this procedure for plants in which the root system is a little dry. If the upper part is also dry, then the entire tree must be immersed in the water.
Pick-up location
The pear is a light-loving and heat-loving plant, therefore it is advisable for it to highlight the southern part of the garden. The tree forms a powerful and tall bole, as well as a spreading crown. Therefore, you need to make sure that there is enough space for it. On average, the height of a pear reaches 15 meters. It is best to plant it away from other large trees.
The soil should be nutritious, loose and breathable. It is desirable that the soil is sandy loam.
Planting pit preparation
The planting pit should be prepared one month before direct planting. The depth of the planting hole should be about 60 cm, and the width should be about 1 m. The larger the hole, the easier it will be for the pear to adapt on the site.
Pour 2 buckets of humus, 0.5 kg of wood ash into the planting pit. Mix all this with the same amount of earth.
Landing technology
It is advisable to plant a tree together. One person will hold the seedling and spread its roots, and the second will begin to gradually cover the tree with earth.
It is necessary to ensure that the root collar of the plant is at a distance of 5 cm above the ground. The neck should not be deepened for the following reasons:
- This will slow down the growth of the tree.
- Lichen and moss may appear on the bark.
- The likelihood of pests increases.
- Frost resistance decreases.
- The tree becomes more susceptible to fungal infections.
After filling the hole, the soil should be well compacted. An earthen shaft is made around the trunk for irrigation. Also, near the seedling, you need to make a groove into which you need to pour 2 buckets of water after planting.
The next day, the trunk circle is covered with a layer of compost of 10-15 cm. Mulching is necessary to keep moisture longer and prevent crusting on the ground.
Further care
The trunk circle should be weeded and loosened regularly. This is done several times a month. Water the plant with 2-3 buckets of water every week.
If the land has settled after watering, you need to add fertile soil in time. It is impossible for the plant to become bare, as this can cause the root system to decay, which will lead to the death of the tree. But it must be remembered that extra land also has a bad effect on the development of a pear.
A young tree must be covered for the winter, as it can die from severe frosts. You can use burlap to cover the crown. To protect the trunk and roots, any synthetic material or spruce branches are used.
The first pruning is carried out next spring. Cut off all branches except skeletal ones. In order to prevent the ingress of various infections, the cut sites are treated with garden pitch.
Fruiting in a pear begins in the third year of life. At this time, she needs regular feeding. In spring, nitrogen-containing fertilizers are applied. In summer and autumn, the plant needs to be fed with phosphorus and potassium. Organic matter is introduced into the trunk circle once every 3 years.
Useful tips from experienced gardeners
Experienced gardeners share their tips for growing pears:
- You need to choose only seedlings of zoned varieties. They will take root without any problems, since they are already acclimatized.
- You should not buy seedlings that are not developed for their age and have lush foliage. Such plants may have a weak root system.
- The ground at the bottom of the planting pit must be loosened. This will make it easier for the roots to develop.
- Weeds should be removed in a timely manner to reduce the likelihood of pests.
- Apple trees, conifers and mountain ash will be useful neighbors. You should not plant a pear next to plums, raspberries, currants and cherries.
You can plant a pear both in autumn and spring. But experts recommend holding this event in the fall, since the autumn planting has a number of its advantages. In addition, it is important to choose the right planting site and provide the tree with decent care. Only in this case will the pear bring generous harvests of beautiful fruits.
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