Autumn is a favorable season for planting peach seedlings in open ground. But, there is a high probability that he will die or be damaged during the period of frost. To avoid this, carefully study the features of preparing the seedling and soil before planting, pay attention to the rules for caring for the plant and its shelter for the winter.
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Why autumn peach planting is better
Many gardeners have the opinion that the best time to plant a peach is spring. They attribute this to the fact that during the warm season, the tree will have time to grow stronger and take root in the ground. In fact, the ideal time for planting sweet juicy fruits is autumn. And this is due to a number of advantages:
- during this period, the plants are at rest;
- due to the lack of sunlight, the risk of burnout or drying out of the sprouts is reduced;
- harmful insects go into hibernation;
- there is an opportunity to better assess the condition of vegetative shoots.
Another positive feature for many gardeners is the low price. In autumn, seedlings are much cheaper. Accordingly, it is better to plant fruit plants in the open ground in the fall, so they will take root better, and there will be fewer factors contributing to their death. The exceptions are areas where a difficult climate prevails, for example, Siberia, the Far East or the Urals. A plant planted in the fall may die. Therefore, it is recommended to plant it in the spring.
Peach planting dates in the fall
The optimal time in which you can plant peach in the fall for each region is different. The most favorable period is mid-September - early October. To determine the exact time, you need to focus on the climatic features of the area and the weather forecast. It is recommended to plant fruit plants no later than 6 weeks before the start of frost. The plant itself should already be at rest.
Ways
Peach is one of the most capricious and whimsical species of wood. If planting or care is carried out incorrectly, but the plant dies or the grown fruit does not live up to human desires. The study of the characteristics of its growth is carried out by trained people - peach breeders. In their opinion, there are two favorable ways for landing - “on a cone” or “in a slurry”.
"On the cone"
The most common method for planting a plant in spring or autumn is “on a cone”. According to peach breeders, a tree attached to the ground using this technology will take root better, and the risk of damage or death is minimal. The method, known under the name “on the cone”, consists of 5 required actions:
- Pour 2 buckets of water into a pre-prepared landing pit.
- As soon as the liquid is completely absorbed, pour the soil so that a small mound is formed in the recess.
- On the top of the resulting “cone”, set a seedling so that the roots are located on the slopes at an angle of 45 degrees.
- Fill the pit with fertile soil without changing the position of the root neck.
- Fill a barrel circle with 1 liter of water.
The disadvantage of this method is that the fragile sprout can deform or break under the influence of a strong wind or when the soil settles. To prevent this from happening, it is required to fix the seedling to the support after planting.It is recommended to re-fertilize it with peat or humus.
"In my life"
Another method recommended by peach breeders is transplanting the plant "in the liquid". Compared with the previous version, its distinguishing feature is that the planting procedure of peach seedlings can be carried out alone. Its algorithm is simple. It consists of several basic steps:
- Dig a landing hole.
- Pour 2 buckets of humus into it.
- Pour it with plenty of water.
- Wait until the water is half absorbed into the soil.
- Add fertile soil until the pit is completely filled.
- Plant the seedling root in the prepared soil.
Prepared soil is a viscous, fluidish consistency. That is why the root system is well fixed in it, and each root will be aligned at the right angle. As soon as the sprout is fixed in the soil, you need to re-water the tree. After planting a peach in the fall, the seedling must be covered. This will save the plant from freezing and contributes to the rapid recovery of buds in the spring.
Landing rules
A planted plant will grow and will soon yield a good succulent crop, but this will only happen if all the rules have been completed, namely, the choice of a seedling, the preparation of the soil, the planting pit, and appropriate care has been taken. The preparation procedure must be started no later than 1 month before the expected date of disembarkation.
You may be interested in:Seedling selection and preparation
The mistake of many beginning gardeners is the purchase of seedlings through a virtual store or their transportation from travels. Buy sprouts only in local nurseries, as regional varieties are more suitable for the local climate. A seedling with a length of up to 1.5 meters and a width of up to 2 cm is suitable for planting a peach in autumn. It is not recommended to choose a tree of smaller or larger sizes, as they take root worse due to weakened immunity.
Choosing the right place
Before transplanting peach into the open ground, study the features of its cultivation. This prolific bone plant loves light and warmth. It does not take root in those areas where wind and shadow prevail. If there are tall plants on the site, then eliminate them or select the most illuminated area. The negative environment for this plant are lowlands and any areas with a high presence of subsoil water. You can plant peach in already developed soil, but only if strawberries, sunflowers and any other plants from the melon or solanaceous family have not been grown before.
Soil preparation
If you need to plant a peach in the fall correctly, then you should start preparing the soil a year before planting. In a sunny and dry place, develop the soil and sow it with perennial grasses or any crops. In the process of growth, useful minerals will be released into the soil, thus creating an ideal environment for growing fruit trees. Immediately before planting, clear the surface of the soil and the surrounding area from those substances that can decompose: tobacco or fallen foliage. The sooner the preparatory process is started, the better the condition of the soil will be.
Landing pit preparation
Planting pit - this is the place where you need to plant and where the peach will grow. Treat the process of preparation responsibly. Dig a hole in the ground with approximate parameters of 1-1-0.8 meters.Shorter lengths can not be done, since preliminary pruning of the roots will be required, which will negatively affect the growth of the plant.
Subsequent care of seedlings
Regardless of when it is best to plant a peach: in the fall or in the spring, a positive effect will appear only if all the rules for its transplantation are observed. Many summer residents make a gross mistake - they leave the seedling to grow spontaneously, and forget about it. A tree will only grow fully if it receives proper care. The following is required:
- after wintering, prune, freeing the plant from 3 strong side shoots;
- shorten the side branches by 2 buds;
- Find the extra side shoots and eliminate them.
It is a mistake to think that juicy and sweet fruits can only be grown in the south. If you plant peach seedlings correctly and regularly take care of it, then you can successfully grow this prolific plant in the middle zone with a temperate climate. Additionally study the growth characteristics of each variety, this will increase the chances of success.
Seedling Shelter
Peach tree is one of the most capricious and picky prolific plants. If the peach replants in the fall, then take care of its shelter. Otherwise, severe frosts will damage the southern nature. As a shelter, you can use any material that can pass air. It is enough to wind a tree around it, and on top of the trunk pour earth to a height of 20 cm. After the first winter rainfall, additionally drop a small layer of snow on top of the earth with a shovel.
Features of planting peach in different regions
You can grow a tasty and sweet peach in the middle lane, where the temperate or northern climate prevails. The first step on the path to success is compliance with all the rules for planting and caring for a seedling. An important factor is the features of growing spring or autumn prolific crops, which is also worth paying attention to.
- In the suburbs, frost occurs later than in other regions of the country. Therefore, carry out landing 2-3 weeks later than the specified time.
- A warm climate prevails in Ukraine, so it is better to grow a tree in spring, planting it in the ground in early April.
- In the Moscow region early seedlings take root well.
For regions with a temperate climate - warm summers and cold winters, a columnar peach is more suitable. This is a dwarf variety of plants, the length of which reaches only 1-1.5 meters. The positive side of this variety is its small size, which allows it to be grown in small areas and a high degree of frost resistance - the seedling can withstand temperatures up to 40 degrees of cold.
Tips for the summer resident
We plant a peach for one purpose - to obtain subsequently a tasty and healthy fruit that, unlike store-houses, will not be “stuffed” with harmful chemicals that accelerate fruit growth. Pay attention to some important tips from experienced gardeners. They will help to achieve a positive effect during the cultivation of a thermophilic crop.
- Do not neglect fertilizers. They can provoke the death of bacteria that are useful for plant growth.
- Do not try to grow peach from seed in open ground. Only the sort of tree that is suitable for the region will take root in it. You can try to plant a peach seed at home in a pot, and if it gives roots and a sprout, then later you can transplant the sprouted seedlings into the soil.
- Do not plant the peach after the deadlines. This will lead to overcooling and death.
- Do not buy a seedling if its age is more than two years and do not want to transplant a peach.It adapts to the new environment worse.
If you want to transplant a peach on the site, you must understand that it will require proper careful care. Therefore, if you do not have the time or desire to devote it to a capricious and thermophilic culture, then it is better to postpone this venture for another, most suitable period.
You may be interested in:Conclusion
The first step towards successful fruit tree cultivation is to study all the basics regarding its proper planting and care features. The second step is the selection of a plant variety suitable for the region. Only strict adherence to the basics of agricultural technology will achieve success. Any disregard for the rules will lead to the death of the plant or lack of yield.
