Can Cherry Pits Germinate and Be Planted? A Detailed Guide to the Planting Method
At the mention of cherries, everyone is surely familiar with them. Although they are expensive and may contain worms, that still does not stop food lovers from loving them, especially the pit inside, which can be used to grow a potted plant just like lychee and longan pits, and the potted plant that grows is very attractive. So can cherry pits germinate and be planted? How do you grow them?
1. Introduction to Cherries:
1. Do cherries have worms?
Cherries may contain worms, but these worms are the larvae of fruit flies and are non-toxic, so they can be eaten safely. However, if you feel uneasy about it, you can soak the cherries you bought in salt water for 5-10 minutes, then take them out and rinse them clean.
2. Can cherries be grown in the south?
Cherries can be grown in the south. It is just that the cultivation technique requirements are high, and you need to choose suitable varieties and rootstocks, and the annual average temperature must be 10-12 degrees, the soil must be loose and the soil layer must be deep, while the soil in southern regions is not very deep, so the soil must be improved when planting. At present, cherries can be grown in Gansu, Shaanxi, Liaoning, Hebei, Anhui, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Shandong, Henan, Hubei and other places. As you can see, southern regions are not included, and the main reason is still the problems of soil quality and climate, because the south is rainy, so waterproofing, drainage and other management work must be done well when planting.
2. Can cherry pits germinate and be planted?
Cherry pits can germinate and be planted, but the survival rate is very low, and with even slight improper care they will die. Even if they survive, they grow very slowly, usually taking about 5 years to bear fruit, and the fruit they produce does not taste good, has poor quality and has little edible value, so it is a long process. Of course, growing them into a small potted plant is also possible, which not only improves the indoor ornamental value but also does not waste the seeds. The specific planting method is the same as growing longan pits.
3. How do you grow cherry pits?
1. Take out the pit and wash it clean
Eat the cherry flesh clean, then remove the remaining flesh and impurities on the pit. If you cannot get it clean, you can scrub it with a toothbrush, brush or something similar, then rinse it clean and soak it in warm water for a day. Next, take out the pit and rinse it again, then use a small knife or similar sharp utensil to pry open the pit and take out the seed kernel inside. Alternatively, bite it open with your teeth, but be careful with the force to avoid crushing it, and if your teeth are not in good condition, do not bite it to avoid toothache. When using a sharp utensil to remove the seed kernel, be careful for safety to avoid cutting your hand.
2. Dry and sow
Put the prepared seed kernel in a cool place for 1-2 days. At this time, prepare a flowerpot of suitable size and some loose, fertile soil, and spread the soil in the container. After 2 days, bury the seed kernel in the soil, water it lightly, and place it in a 20-25 degree environment to grow for half a month. During this period, water it appropriately according to the dryness and moisture of the soil.
3. Seedling stage management
After half a month, the seed kernel germinates and gradually grows into a seedling. At this time, determine the amount of watering according to the dryness and moisture of the potting soil. When watering, try to use a sprayer to avoid killing the seedling. When it grows to about 10cm, move it out with roots and soil and transplant it into a large pot, then cover it well with soil. When transplanting, try to do it on a sunny day and do not damage the root system. In the later stage, do a good job with management work such as watering, fertilizing and pest and disease control.
Overall, cherry pits can germinate and be planted, it is just that the survival rate is low. Even if they survive, it takes about 5 years to bear fruit, and the fruit does not taste very good, but growing them into a potted plant is still possible. The specific method can follow the steps above.