How to grow a peach from a stone at home

How to grow a peach from a stone at home - many gardeners ask a similar question. Some even try to get a small peach tree at home on the windowsill. However, it should be understood that if the business is initially approached incorrectly, then nothing will come of it. The article discusses the features of planting a peach, how to grow it from a stone, and much more.

Correct sowing dates

It should be understood that it will not work to completely grow a plant at home. The use of the seed is just a way of propagating a particular fruit. It will be possible to keep a peach in a pot only for a certain period, then it will definitely need to be moved into the ground.

How to grow a peach from a stone

This is due to the fact that indoors (a place where there is no normal air circulation), the plant often suffers from drought or, conversely, from excessive moisture. The seed can get sick, and ticks will start on the young leaves.

The region in which the landing takes place also has a great influence. If we talk about the southern regions of the country, then planting can be done not only in spring, but also in autumn. Moreover, in this case, autumn is the most preferable.

If we talk about the northern regions of the country, then everything is exactly the opposite. Planting should be done in the spring. Only in this case can we expect that the plant will have time to adapt.

Most experts recommend starting planting in the ground in the month of April. However, in this case, one should also take into account the climatic features of a particular region.

As for the sowing time, they should take place 1.5-2 months before the onset of the warm period. Accordingly, this should be done in February-March.

Which peaches are suitable for planting

Before disassembling how to grow a peach from a stone, it is worth deciding on the planting material itself. Of course, not all varieties are suitable for such actions. So, for example, varieties brought from Turkey or Spain will not take root in any way in the Russian latitudes. In addition, it should be borne in mind that these fruits for transportation are plucked unripe, so they will not work in any way. Figs or flat, Tashkent varieties on the territory of Russia simply will not grow.

The varieties grown in the south of Russia are also not suitable for planting in the north. Moreover, the seeds will really germinate, but the plant will not be able to develop normally. The thing is that in the northern strip, southern varieties simply will not have enough heat and light.

Accordingly, for planting, you need to choose the varieties of the exact region in which they plan to grow the tree. You can buy them both from other gardeners and on the special market. If you choose nectarine, then it must also endure the peculiarities of the Russian climate.

If we talk specifically about the northern region of the country, then you should select plants that have the following qualities:

• Frost resistance is a prerequisite, since sooner or later the tree will need to be transplanted into open ground.
• Self-pollination is a positive quality that will help to significantly increase the amount of the resulting crop.
• Early ripening.

Soil preparation

How to sprout a peach? The first thing to start with is preparing the soil. You can use the most versatile of the store. Be sure to add humus to the ground, as well as some kind of baking powder (sand, perlite, and so on). The proportions should be as follows 1 (earth): 1 (humus): 0.5 (baking powder).

Soil preparation

What is important, the soil must be warmed up a week before sowing. This is done to the state of soaring in the oven. In the fall, if possible, the soil is roasted on the grill to be used later.

Planting and growing a peach

It should be understood that the cultivation of the fruit can be carried out in several ways. Preliminary preparation will be carried out depending on the chosen method. Planting methods are divided into 2 main types:

• Cold method, also known as stratification.
• Warm method.

Gardeners independently determine the most suitable option for themselves. Each of the methods has both its advantages and disadvantages, which should be considered before landing.

Cold way

The cold method is ideal for home growing. In addition, it will be easy to follow the process. At the same time, if everything is done correctly, the seed germination time is significantly increased.

The cold planting method is performed according to the following step-by-step instructions:

1. First you need to rinse the bone well. Be sure to make sure that all the pulp is completely removed.
2. Next, the bone must be dried and placed in a cool, damp place. It is necessary to ensure that the temperature does not drop below zero degrees. This can be a regular refrigerator (just not a freezer compartment) or a cellar, if the action takes place in the country.
3. Next, a small amount of sand must be poured into a pot or other container. Necessarily clean and damp.
4. Deepen the pit so that the sand completely covers it from all sides.
5. Cover the pot with plastic wrap and make some air holes in it.
6. Place the container with bone and sand in the refrigerator or basement. It is necessary to periodically moisten the sand, preventing the accumulation of excess liquid.
7. When a sprout appears, you need to wait 10 days and move the plant to a warm place with a temperature of at least 20 degrees.

The average time for the appearance of the first shoots is 2-3 months. After the fruit grows up and gets stronger, it can be transplanted to another place. For now, it's best to use a pot that is the right size. The plant is not yet ready for open ground.

Warm growing method

The warm method of germination involves opening the seed and using the kernel itself. It should be remembered that the seed has poisonous acids in it and, if it enters the human body, can lead to poisoning.

How to open a bone:

• Wash by removing all the pulp from the outside.
• Dry with a paper towel.
• Crack open the shell carefully, taking care not to damage the kernel.

Warm growing method

You need to act according to the following scheme:

1. First, the seed must be rinsed well and dried.
2. Remove the seed in a refrigerator or basement for 6-10 days.
3. Over time, before starting germination, the bone must be placed in a special mixture for 2-3 hours to accelerate growth. You can purchase it from a garden store or make your own. In the latter case, you can use: aloe juice.
4. Prepare a potting mix with sand and humus.
5. Place the bone 6-8 centimeters deep.
6. Cover the container with a perforated cloth and moisten with a spray bottle as needed.
7. Place the pot in a warm place.

Next, you just need to leave the plant until a sprout appears. Be sure to remember to moisturize it and remove condensation that has accumulated on the fabric.

Care of peach seedlings before planting

While the sprouts are at home, gaining strength and getting stronger, they also need to be looked after. The main points to keep in mind for the gardener are:

• You need to plant a plant only in specially prepared soil. Be sure to have humus or peat, as well as sand or other baking powder.
• The fruit should be well lit. In summer, there are almost no problems with this, but in winter you may need an additional phytolamp. It can also be used to accelerate peach growth.
• Until the tree begins to bear fruit, it must be watered well and regularly. The same applies to young seedlings. However, do not be too zealous, otherwise the peach will simply rot.
• Remember the right temperature. In winter, it should not fall below 2-4 degrees, in spring at least 10-15. In summer, the optimum temperature is from 25.
• When the plant is already growing up and will gradually prepare for planting in open ground, it will be necessary to take care of feeding it in advance (about 1.5-2 months). This is done every two weeks. The settled humus is used.

Proper care and watering is required

Planting a tree in open ground in the country

Outdoor planting is best done in the spring. So young shoots can get used to the changed climate, strengthen the root system. The plant may still look small, despite the fact that enough time has passed. In this case, it is better to wait until next year with a transplant.

When choosing a place in the garden, you should give preference to a spacious area, fenced from drafts, on the sunny side. Of course, the soil should be fertile, on which excess moisture does not accumulate. It is best to fertilize it with humus, compost or something else before planting.

Peach care after planting it outdoors

After planting, the condition of the plant must be preserved and maintained. The most effort will have to be made in the first 3 years. In the summer, especially in the hot period, you should not forget about regular watering.

Dried branches must be removed. Also, don't forget about regular pruning. Since the fruit is formed on the sides of the peach, there is no need to let the tree grow high up.

Also, do not forget about preventive measures against pests. Special substances will help to cope with most problems.

In winter, the plant must be wrapped. Do not forget that the tree must be cold in certain temperature conditions. You can cover with ordinary burlap.

How to deal with diseases and pests

There are a lot of diseases that peach is prone to. Among them stand out:

• fruit rot;
• perforated spot - appears in the form of cuts and holes in the leaves of a tree;
• scab - damages the fruit;
• cytosporosis - a fungal disease that attacks the trunk and branches of a tree;
• curliness of leaves.

As for pests, you can find on peach trees:

• aphids;
• worms in fruits;
• fruit moth;
• fruit weevil.

Fruit diseases

To prevent the death of fruits and trees, it is recommended to take preventive measures:

• Sanitize at least 2 times a year, in spring and autumn.
• At the end of the harvest, clean the area next to the tree.
• Whitewash the barrel with lime mortar.
• Dig up the soil regularly, being careful not to injure the roots.
• Cut the branches of the tree. Remove old and dry sides.

The article described how to grow a peach at home. Of course, after the seedling gets stronger, it will need to be planted in the open field. Observing the rules and recommendations, you can ensure that the tree is healthy, strong and fruitful.