The whole process of peach seed seedling raising method

Raising peach tree seedlings from seeds is a common propagation method suitable for large-scale planting and home gardening. In order to ensure the germination rate of peach seeds, the seeds must be processed first. Below, the editor will introduce the whole process of peach seed seedling cultivation method, let’s take a look.

1. Seed selection

Selecting plump, disease-free and insect-free peach seeds as seedling materials to ensure good seed quality will help improve the survival rate of seedlings.

2. Seed soaking and germination

Soak the peach seeds in warm water for 24 hours, changing the water 2-3 times during this period. After soaking, take out the seeds, wrap them with wet gauze, and place them in a warm place to germinate. Keep the gauze moist during this period. They will generally germinate in 3-5 days.

3. Select the site and apply fertilizer

Choose fertile, loose, well-drained soil as the seedling medium. You can add an appropriate amount of decomposed organic fertilizer to the soil to improve soil fertility.

4. Sowing time

The sowing time of peach seeds is generally from March to April in spring or from September to October in autumn. Choosing the right sowing time can provide good environmental conditions for seed germination and growth.

5. Sowing method

Sprinkle the treated peach seeds evenly on the prepared soil surface, and then lightly cover with a thin layer of soil about 1 to 2 times the diameter of the seeds. After sowing, use a watering can to gently spray water to keep the soil moist, but do not overwater to prevent the seeds from being washed away or water accumulation causing seed rot.

6. Seedling management

After the seedlings emerge from the soil, they should be given sufficient light to promote photosynthesis and enhance the robustness of the seedlings. The seedling stage requires more water, so water should be applied in time to keep the soil moist, but avoid waterlogging. During the vigorous growth period of seedlings, you can apply appropriate amounts of dilute liquid fertilizer to supplement nutrients, promote seedling growth and development, prevent and control diseases and pests in a timely manner, and protect the healthy growth of seedlings.

7. Transplanting

When the peach seedlings grow to a certain height and thickness, they can be transplanted. Generally speaking, peach seedlings can be transplanted after they have grown for 1 to 2 years, when they reach a height of 30 to 50 cm and a thickness of 0.5 to 1 cm. Remove the peach tree seedlings from the nursery container and try to keep the root system intact. Transplant the seedlings into the dug hole, straighten the seedlings, fill in the soil, and compact it lightly so that the roots are in close contact with the soil. After transplanting, water in time to keep the soil moist and promote the survival of seedlings.

The above is an introduction to the entire process of peach seed seedling cultivation. Peach trees grown using seed seedlings may take a long time to bear fruit. Farmers must master the seedling cultivation time and methods.