It can be difficult to grow trees from seed, but it is a necessary part of the process.Tree seeds can be germinated naturally or assisted.If you want to speed the process up, assisted germination is helpful.It is best to research the exact requirements for the species of tree you plan to grow, because many tree seeds have similar processes.
Step 1: Natural compost and stones can be added to a plant pot.
The planting process begins in autumn.There are drainage holes at the bottom of the pot.Small stones are placed at the bottom of the pot.If you want to see the bottom of the pot, you have to put enough stones.The pot should be filled with compost.If you fill it all the way, leave a small space at the top of the pot.Natural compost is made from decomposing organic materials.If you don't have homemade compost, you can use store-bought compost.
Step 2: The seeds can be planted.
After the pot has been filled with compost, dig a small hole in the center of it.It should be about 1.3 cm deep.The seeds should be inserted into the hole.Remove the compost and pat it down.The compost should be water until it appears wet.
Step 3: The pot should be placed in a shady spot.
You can either put the pot in a shady corner or near a window that doesn't get a lot of light.The spot should not receive constant sunlight.The seeds should be kept at a temperature between 65 and 75 F.
Step 4: If your pot is outside, protect the seeds with wire mesh.
Birds and animals will not be able to eat the seeds.First figure out the size of the pot.The wire mesh should be cut a little larger than the measurement.Put the wire mesh on top of the pot and fold it over.It needs to be secured and can't be easily removed.
Step 5: The soil needs to be kept damp.
The soil should be checked daily to see if it is dry.Add water to the soil if it is.The soil should not be wet.
Step 6: The seeds should be checked for growth.
It will take more time than assisted germination.Your seeds are likely to take 2 seasons to grow.Check the progress of the seeds in early spring.If you see a small sprout growing out of the seeds, they have finished germinating.
Step 7: Hot water stimulates a fake summer.
To speed up the process of germination, you can trick the seeds into thinking that they have gone through a normal dormancy period.A seed can take 2 seasons to grow, but this process will speed it up to 90 days.To recreate the summer season, gather your materials.You need a container that can hold hot water and your seeds.
Step 8: Place the seeds in a container.
Put the hot water over them.Make sure the seeds are dry.It doesn't matter if they sink or float.
Step 9: You must wait 24 to 48 hours to dispose of floating seeds.
When floating seeds are empty, they won't produce a seedling.If you want to give them another chance to float, replace the water after 24 hours and wait another day.
Step 10: You can use your fridge to make a fake winter.
It is time to replicate cold weather after you have replicated the summer season.A plastic sandwich bag, a paper towel, and a tap water refrigerator are required.
Step 11: The seeds should be on the paper towel.
Put the paper towel in a container of water and make it wet but not dripping.The paper towel should be put into the bag.The seeds should not fall out.
Step 12: You can put the sandwich bag in the refrigerator.
The process is called cold stratification.The sandwich bag should be placed in a place that won't bother it.The sandwich bag can be found in the bottom drawer.It is a good idea to label the bag with something like tree seeds.If it is on a humidity control setting, don't put the seeds in the bottom drawer.
Step 13: Every month, check for rotten seeds.
Don't let the seeds fall out of the bag.Look at the seeds.They should be larger, but not squishy.Take them out of the bag if they appear engorged.If they feel soft, throw them out.
Step 14: After three months, take your seeds out of the refrigerator.
The cold stratification will be completed after 90 days if you left the seeds in the refrigerator.They need to be removed from the refrigerator to begin the final stage.
Step 15: The seeds should be put in a different bag.
The seeds should be folded in a paper towel.Put the paper towel in the bag.The bag should be placed in a warm place.The ideal temperature for the seeds is 22 to 28 C.Pot or plant the seeds once they start to grow.The time it will take for them to grow depends on the type of seeds you have.The seeds should be looked at once a week.
Step 16: Before planting, make sure the seeds have sprouted.
Before planting or repotting the seeds, they should have produced sprout.The seeds need to go through a process of growth.You can use either method to complete the process.
Step 17: Plants can be replanted in the spring.
The plants should start to appear around springtime.If they have grown a lot, you can't plant them outside.It is better to protect the seedlings inside for a year because they are often targeted by weeds and animals.You can use a potting soil.
Step 18: The plants should be nursed indoors until they are at least 19 inches tall.
If you want the seedlings to grow larger, keep them inside in a sunny area.The seedling should be kept inside for about a year.The soil should be kept damp during this time.If the soil stays damp, you may need to water it daily.
Step 19: Slowly expose the seeds to the outside.
After a year, the seedlings will begin to expose themselves to the outside.Early spring is the best time to begin exposure.The best place to put the pot is in the shade.The seedlings should be outside for 2 hours during the day.Increase the outside time by an hour each day.Move the seedlings outside after a few days.
Step 20: The seedlings can be planted.
It is okay to keep the tree in a pot if it will not grow very large.Most trees need to be planted in the ground.There is plenty of sunlight.Depending on the size of the seedlings, dig a hole that is at least an inch deep.You can cover the hole with soil.If you are planting multiple trees, you should plant the seedlings at least 3 feet apart.Before planting the seedlings, Rake the area so that it is clear.
Step 21: Look at the progress of your trees.
Trees will grow in a variety of ways throughout their lives.While the tree is young, watch it carefully.If necessary, protect it from animals.A mesh fence can be put around the tree.