Can forest cream avocado pits be grown as potted plants? Germination time and planting method
Avocado, also known as butter pear, camphor pear, or alligator pear, is a relatively common deciduous tree fruit in our country. It is well loved by people because it is rich in various vitamins and mineral elements, and the leftover pit can also be used for potted planting. So how long does a potted avocado take to germinate? How do you plant it?
Avocados can be grown as potted plants, and a hydroponically grown avocado pit takes about 20-30 days to grow roots. After being transplanted into soil, it takes about another 1 month to grow leaf buds.
How do you plant it? (Hydroponic method)
1. Prepare the pit
After taking out the pit, wash it clean, then remove the outer membrane of the pit. Only in this way can rapid rooting be promoted. (You can scrape it off directly with a knife, though this can also increase the chance of the pit being infected by pathogens.)
2. Soak the pit in water
Next, use toothpicks to fix the pit above the container. Do not soak the entire pit in water, because that way it cannot germinate.
The part soaked in water should be about 1/4 of the pit. You can directly insert toothpicks into the pit and secure it on all sides.
3. Pay attention to the top and bottom of the pit
The bottom of the pit should face downward and be soaked in water, that is, the concave and flat side faces down and the pointed end faces up. Do not get it wrong, and the pit soaked in water should have its clear water changed once every 2-3 days. Only in this way can the water remain fresh and active.
4. Care environment
After rooting, there is no need to change the water frequently. Just add an appropriate amount of clear water when the water level decreases. Keep the care location ventilated and brightly lit, and the best temperature is kept between 20-25°C.
For care, you can use a transparent container so that you can check the condition of the pit at any time. If signs of rot appear, then the cultivation has failed.