Can I plant apple seeds directly?

Can apple seeds be planted directly?

Apple seeds can be planted directly. Before planting, the seeds must be rinsed clean and then soaked in warm water to germinate. After the seeds germinate, they should be sown in the soil. The survival rate of this method is very high.

Apple seed planting time

Apple seeds are generally sown from February to May or from August to October each year. The germination rate of seeds is the highest at this time, and they will enter the high-yield period in the third year.

Apple seed planting temperature

During the dormant period, the maximum temperature of apple seeds during the day is 10℃, the most suitable temperature for germination is 33-35℃, the temperature during the flowering period is best controlled at 18-20℃, and the temperature after fruiting should not exceed 32℃.

Apple seed planting method

1. Seed collection : After taking out the apple seeds, rinse the flesh with clean water and then place them in a dry place to dry.

2. Process the seeds : prepare a clean bottom, cover it with a towel soaked in water, then sprinkle the apple seeds evenly on it, cover the seeds with a layer of paper towel, and then place them in a warm environment for maintenance. They will germinate in about 3 days.

3. Planting in the soil : Prepare clean, loose and fertile soil, bury the seeds in it, and finally water them enough.