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Bird cherry seeds: how to grow
Bird cherry is a plant whose berries and fruits are used in folk medicine. During the flowering period, it is covered with beautiful white flowers, and closer to autumn, dark berries with an astringent taste appear. Some say that bird cherry attracts aphids and other pests to the site, but other summer residents do not notice this.
Types of growing bird cherry
When growing bird cherry, several methods are used: using seeds or seeds, cuttings, shoots or layering. The first method is often used, but the distinctive features of the mother tree in the seedling will not be preserved.
Before planting, the seeds of the bird cherry must first germinate and harden.
When growing bird cherry from a stone, it is necessary to check whether the seed is suitable for germination. This can be done in the following way: take a glass of water and place the seed there. If it sank to the bottom, then it is suitable for germination.
Bird cherry: how to grow from a stone
Before planting, read the basic rules for growing seeds:
- It is best to plant a plant along the edges of the site, next to water bodies, as well as on slopes.
- Maintain a distance of 5 meters between seedlings.
- Plant in autumn or spring.
After following these rules, proceed with seed germination and planting. The process of planting bird cherry seeds includes several stages:
- Place the seeds in wet sand or moss. Wait for the seeds to hatch.
- After that, transfer the container with them to the snow. This is required by the stratification process, which consists in germination and hardening of seedlings.
- Transplant the seedling to a permanent location at 2 years of age.
- Dig a hole that is the right size to give the roots plenty of room.
- Use fertilizer when planting.
- Water and mulch the soil abundantly with humus or sawdust.
Bird cherry is an unpretentious tree. This confirms the fact that it is growing everywhere in Russia. It can settle and bloom even in shade and infertile soils. However, it feels better in the sun and in loams. When planting, remember that aphids and other pests may appear with it in your area.
Few people purposefully grow bird cherry in their country house. This tree is often found outdoors and blooms without any maintenance. However, during the flowering period, beautiful white inflorescences appear on the branches, and then the fruits. Before planting on the site, weigh all the pros and cons of this tree, and then, if your decision is positive, use the advice from the article.