Hello Anna! Thank you for the pear tree video! I am looking for a video on how to grow a pear tree from a seed. I have a problem with growing them. I need help! How did you do that?
Hi there! so this tree was started as a stock tree that actually had different varieties grafted onto it as limbs (so I didn't start this one on my own!). I have to admit I don't usually start fruit trees from seed, it's just such a long waiting period until they produce fruit! Often upwards of 7 years. If you don't want to buy a full pear tree but maybe don't want to wait so long to grow it from seed, you could also consider purchasing a bare root tree - this is a young sapling that is usually in dormancy, but it has a full root structure and will start to produce leaves once its in the ground. If you're committed to growing a epar tree from seed, this article here has a section at the end of it pertaining to growing pear trees from seed: brightlanegardens.com/grow-a-pear-tree-michigan/
Shouldnt you have watered it before you laid the cardboard and mulch? The problem with cardboard is it prevent air to the roots would it not have been better to incorporate it shredded in the hole to retain moisture?
The purpose of the cardboard in this tutorial is weed suppression, whereas the mulch is intended for moisture retention. I typically water my plant and the hole thoroughly prior to planting the tree, then it is watered daily after planting until it becomes established. Whole sheets of average cardboard will easily allow water through. These breakdown after about 1 year, and can be reapplied annually if desired. Typically I choose a cover crop, like clover or wild strawberry, to plant after that first year for additional moisture retention and weed suppression.
Saplings can often benefit from a stake! This particular tree is planted between 2 buildings and is very sheltered from wind so we don’t stake in this area. we do have big issues with the deer so we’ll usually put up a protective wire cage for the first season or two. Thanks for watching!
This was so helpful. Thank you!
I'm so glad! Thanks for watching!
Hello Anna! Thank you for the pear tree video! I am looking for a video on how to grow a pear tree from a seed. I have a problem with growing them. I need help! How did you do that?
Hi there! so this tree was started as a stock tree that actually had different varieties grafted onto it as limbs (so I didn't start this one on my own!). I have to admit I don't usually start fruit trees from seed, it's just such a long waiting period until they produce fruit! Often upwards of 7 years. If you don't want to buy a full pear tree but maybe don't want to wait so long to grow it from seed, you could also consider purchasing a bare root tree - this is a young sapling that is usually in dormancy, but it has a full root structure and will start to produce leaves once its in the ground. If you're committed to growing a epar tree from seed, this article here has a section at the end of it pertaining to growing pear trees from seed: brightlanegardens.com/grow-a-pear-tree-michigan/
Shouldnt you have watered it before you laid the cardboard and mulch? The problem with cardboard is it prevent air to the roots would it not have been better to incorporate it shredded in the hole to retain moisture?
The purpose of the cardboard in this tutorial is weed suppression, whereas the mulch is intended for moisture retention. I typically water my plant and the hole thoroughly prior to planting the tree, then it is watered daily after planting until it becomes established. Whole sheets of average cardboard will easily allow water through. These breakdown after about 1 year, and can be reapplied annually if desired. Typically I choose a cover crop, like clover or wild strawberry, to plant after that first year for additional moisture retention and weed suppression.
A small tree nèeds a stake to support it from high winds for the first year.
Saplings can often benefit from a stake! This particular tree is planted between 2 buildings and is very sheltered from wind so we don’t stake in this area. we do have big issues with the deer so we’ll usually put up a protective wire cage for the first season or two. Thanks for watching!