Does bayberry grow fast? How many years does it take to bear fruit?

Bayberry growing environment

Bayberry is suitable for growing in areas with an annual average temperature of 15-21°C and an absolute minimum temperature of no less than -9°C. Bayberry is not demanding on soil, but soft, well-drained, sandy red soil or yellow soil containing gravel, and acidic soil with a pH value of 4-5 are more suitable for its growth.

Growing place: Bayberry is native to the mountainous areas of China's temperate and subtropical humid climate, mainly distributed south of the Yangtze River Basin and north of Hainan Island, that is, between 20 degrees and 31 degrees north latitude.

Growth environment: Bayberry is a shade-tolerant fruit tree, and too strong light is not good for its growth. Breeze is conducive to gas exchange, and thus to the photosynthesis of bayberry. The flowering period is also conducive to pollination and fertilization, because bayberry is a wind-pollinated plant.

Bayberry growth rate

The growth rate of bayberry is also very fast, but the fruit period of bayberry is very short. If cultivated properly, it will generally bear fruit in 4 to 5 years, and enter the peak fruit-bearing period after 8 years. The peak growing season of bayberry is in spring.

The bayberry tree can grow 1 to 2 meters a year. The growth rate of the bayberry tree is inseparable from the growth and breeding environment. The better the maintenance, the faster it will grow.

How to make bayberry grow faster

1. Light: Pay attention to light when growing bayberry. Although it can tolerate shade, it cannot lack sunlight. At the same time, be careful to avoid direct sunlight.

2. Watering: Bayberry is a moisture-resistant fruit. The growing environment must maintain sufficient moisture, and be sure to pay attention to watering during the growing period.

3. Temperature: The temperature suitable for growth is around 15-21 degrees Celsius, try to keep it within this range.

4. Fertilization: Apply sufficient base fertilizer before planting in pots, and apply fertilizer in time during the rapid growth period to ensure the needs of flowering and fruiting.