How many years does it take for the betel nut tree to bear fruit? How long does it take for the betel nut tree to bear fruit?

Areca palm trees bear fruit after several years of planting

Areca palm trees can only bear fruit 7 to 8 years after they have been planted. Most areca palm trees are planted by the seedling cultivation method. After the adult trees bear fruit, appropriate and reasonable fertilizers are applied to advance the time of flowering and fruiting.

Areca palm fruiting time

The betel nut tree begins to bloom around March to April when spring comes every year, and the fruits will gradually mature from August to November. The ripe fruits can be picked.

Key points for planting betel nut trees

1. Cultivation technology

When planting betel nut trees, you should choose moist, fertile and loose soil. In addition, you can plant bean plants next to them as temporary shade, which can inhibit the growth of weeds and maintain soil moisture.

2. Reproduction method

When planting betel nut trees, choose mature trunks that are 15 to 30 years old, can bear fruit normally, and are free of pests and diseases. After the fruits are picked, place them in the sun for 1 to 2 days, and cut off a quarter of each peel. Then, sow the seeds on the selected land, generally at a planting depth of less than 20 cm. After planting, cover them with a layer of straw for insulation. After 20 days, pick out the germinated seeds and raise them separately. After germination, avoid exposure to the sun to avoid drought and flood disasters.