How to plant peach pits so that they germinate quickly?

Summer is a good time to eat peaches, but don’t throw away the peach pits. It’s great to plant them in a flowerpot and grow them into a small potted plant . So how can you plant peach pits so that they germinate quickly? Let’s learn more about it below.

1. Peach pit selection

Choose peach pits from ripe, fleshy peaches, as these contain more nutrients and growth potential. Remove the peach pits from the pulp and wash them thoroughly to remove any remaining pulp and dirt.

2. Cold treatment

Under natural conditions, peach pits need to go through the low temperatures of winter before they can germinate. This process is called "cold treatment." Home growers can cold treat peach pit seeds by placing them in a refrigerator (controlled at 0-4°C) and wrapping them in moist sand or paper towels for 40-60 days.

3. Seed treatment

Open the peach pit and take out the kernel, soak it in water to soften it. After it is softened, tear off the tip of the outer membrane. Then prepare a paper towel and a plate, pour water into the plate, and then put the paper towel in. After the paper towel is completely wet, pour out the excess water in the plate. Then place the peach kernel on a paper towel, wrap the tip, cover the plate with film, place in a ventilated place with scattered light, and wait for the kernel to germinate.

4. Pot soil selection

For pots, you can use a well-ventilated planting container, such as a flower pot or planting box, with enough drainage holes at the bottom to avoid water accumulation. For soil, you can use fertile soil rich in organic matter, such as a mixture of garden soil, leaf mold and perlite , and pay attention to maintaining good air permeability and drainage.

5. Planting method

Press the treated seeds into the soil to a depth of about twice the diameter of the peach pit. Then cover with a thin layer of soil and compact lightly. After sowing, water thoroughly to keep the soil moist, and then place the container in a sunny and well-ventilated place. Generally, sprouts will grow in about a week.

6. Transplanting and maintenance

When the peach seedlings grow to a certain height (about 10 cm), they can be transplanted. Choose a suitable place, dig a tree pit, and move the peach seedlings together with the soil. After transplanting, water thoroughly and keep the soil moist. During the subsequent growth process, regular fertilization, pruning and pest and disease control are required.



In general, by following the above steps, the leftover peach pits will have a great chance of quickly sprouting and growing into healthy seedlings. However, it should be noted that the success rate and time of germination of peach pits may vary from variety to variety, so patience and care are required during the planting process.