Bird cherry blossoms in the garden
Bird cherry in the garden is one of the most popular plants. She is not only able to decorate the site, but also drains the soil well. It is not difficult to grow this incredible tree, the main thing is to follow the rules of care.
How to plant bird cherry
It is important to remember that the plant loves a lot of light. In the shade, the bird cherry will stretch, as a result of which the inflorescences will begin to form only at the tops.
Planting bird cherry in the fall
Planting trees is best done in late September or October. At this time, the soil is most saturated with moisture, which will help the seedling take root faster.
The pit is prepared in several stages. First, 7 cm of loose soil is laid on the bottom of the recess. Then sprinkle with 5 cm sawdust and 20 cm of moist soil. Each layer should be watered abundantly with water. Then make a small mound on which to place the seedling. Sprinkle with fertile soil and water lightly.
Planting bird cherry in spring
The landing site is prepared in advance. Before the onset of frost, you will need to dig a hole, the dimensions of which will be slightly larger than the root system itself. Put a small amount on the bottom of the groove mullein... Leave in this state until spring.
With the onset of heat, dig up the contents of the pit and sprinkle it with a thin layer of fertile soil. Then place the stalk in the middle, straightening the roots well. Sprinkle with soil and water thoroughly. Lay a layer of mulch on top. It can be sawdust, peat, dry leaves or straw.
An excess of organic matter negatively affects the color of the bark and the development of branches. Shoots become very thin.
Bird cherry cultivation and care
Growing bird cherry does not require much attention. The tree is quite unpretentious to care for. To make the plant beautiful and decorate the site, it is enough to adhere to watering, fertilizing, pruning.
Irrigation of bird cherry
Watering young trees is necessary only at the root. The procedure is carried out 2 times a month. Pour from 20 to 30 liters of liquid under each copy. If the weather is dry and hot for a long time, you can additionally spray the twigs with warm, clean water. This should be done only late at night.
Daytime spraying can lead to burns on the surface of the leaves.
Fertilizing bird cherry
It is not necessary to feed the tree, but if you want it to grow faster and begin to bloom, then you need to periodically add nutrient mixtures.
Using top dressing, bird cherry will hurt less.
The plant is well influenced by mineral and organic preparations. They are brought in both in spring and with the onset of autumn. In April, when the soil warms up well under the sun, the bird cherry is fertilized urea or saltpeter. In autumn, it is best to add superphosphate or potassium salt to the soil.
It is recommended to apply the mixture only at the root. Carrying out such a procedure, it is necessary to ensure that the funds do not fall on the leaves and young shoots.
Pruning bird cherry in spring
This is as important a procedure as irrigation and fertilization. Pruning is carried out after careful examination of the tree. All deformed, dry twigs, as well as unnecessary growths, should be removed.
Formative pruning is carried out in the spring. To give the tree a beautiful look, you need to leave the twigs symmetrically located to each other. The first tier is cut at a height of 70 to 80 cm. As soon as new shoots appear, it is recommended to leave the most developed ones.
To form a standard tree, it is necessary to cut off all the lower shoots.
Bird cherry propagation
It is not difficult to grow a new plant on your site. Several methods can be used for this. If you adhere to all the recommendations, then everyone can get the desired result.
How to grow bird cherry from a stone
It is recommended to use only overripe berries for propagation. The bones must be stratified before planting. This will help increase seed germination. To do this, planting material is placed in wet sand, and the container itself is placed in a cold place. The bottom shelf of the refrigerator is optimal. It should be kept in this state for about 3 months. Then the grains can be sown in a nutritious soil. Cover the flowerpots with transparent polyethylene. As soon as the first shoots appear, the seedlings will need to be opened.
Transplanting young plants into open ground is carried out in the second year after germination. A dimple for the seedlings is dug out of such a size that the roots can be well straightened. Put a small amount on the bottom of the groove mineral fertilizer... Then cover with soil, water abundantly. Cover the soil around the plant with mulch.
How to plant bird cherry cuttings
This is the fastest and most efficient breeding method. Cut off the cuttings from adult branches. The length of the planting material should be from 10 to 15 cm. It is recommended to separate the cuttings on a cloudy day or early in the morning, before sunrise.
It is necessary to remove the leaves from all the planting material, leave only a couple at the top. Then place it in water or in a special solution for a day. At the end of this time, transplant the cuttings into a nutrient substrate that allows moisture and air to pass through well. Cover the container with bird cherry with polyethylene or glass. Water the cuttings as needed.
If everything is done correctly, then closer to autumn they take root well. In September, plants can be transplanted into open ground.
Reproduction by root shoots
This method is best used for Verginsky bird cherry. This variety forms shoots most of all. In order for the planting material to better take root in a new place, it is necessary to separate it from the main bush in the spring. Closer to autumn, the shoots can already be transplanted to a permanent place.
Reproduction by grafting
This method is carried out in early spring or winter. You can use both copulation and budding. Seedlings of common bird cherry are used as a stock. When copulating, cuttings and buds take root by 98%.
It is not difficult to care for such plants. The main thing is to systematically water the bird cherry, loosen the soil and apply fertilizers on time.
Reproduction by layering
Rooting holes must be dug in the spring. Their depth should be from 10 to 12 cm. Place layering in the middle and fix it carefully with metal brackets. Hilling planting material should be 1/3. Layers should be separated in the fall. To do this, use a bayonet shovel.
If the roots at the bend are fully formed, then it can be transplanted to a permanent place. If not, then into a container with nutrient soil. In the spring, you can transplant the plant into open ground.
Growing bird cherry is a simple procedure. By choosing one of the described breeding methods and adhering to the basic rules, you can get a good result in a fairly short time.