One of the most common fruit trees in summer cottages is the pear.
It is rich in valuable nutrients and can be used in compotes, jams, baked goods and desserts.
But to get a rich harvest of juicy and aromatic fruits, you will have to follow several rules.
Pear and where to plant it
The culture loves voluminous and loose soil, as light as possible to allow air and water to pass through.
A small percentage of clay is allowed, but only at the roots so that the water does not drain away too quickly and is retained a little to saturate the tree, which loves moisture. The tree loves the sun very much.
The place for it should be completely open to ultraviolet rays. It is necessary to ensure that nothing shades the pear. In addition, cold drafts are contraindicated for the pear, which can negatively affect its yield.
Time to plant pears
Autumn is the most correct time for planting the crop. Although it can be planted in spring, the soil will have to be prepared in the fall.
To plant a seedling, you need to dig a hole twice as large in diameter as the root system and the root ball, and put some clay and organic fertilizers on the bottom.
When planting, make sure that the root collar remains on the surface. After planting, the tree must be watered with about 10 liters of warm water per specimen.
Fruit tree care
As soon as the plant has been planted in the fall, it needs to be insulated. The fact is that pear seedlings have a root system that is very sensitive to frost.
You can make the planting safer by mulching the trunk circle with peat, sawdust, straw, leaves or bark. You also need to wrap the tree with spunbond when the cold weather sets in, which will also protect it from February and March sunburn.
Watering the pear tree
Pear is a moisture-loving plant. Therefore, it must be watered on a regular basis. The ideal solution would be to install an automatic system. In spring and throughout the summer, the crop must be watered 2 times a week.
If the heat persists, watering will have to be doubled. After each addition of water, the soil must be loosened so that nutrients and oxygen reach the entire root system.
Along with watering, it is necessary to introduce mineral and organic fertilizers on a regular basis.
Fruit tree diseases
Growing pears can be accompanied by diseases. Most often, the fruit tree suffers from powdery mildew, scab, rot. These diseases can damage shoots, leaves and fruits. The listed diseases can be overcome with the help of industrial fungicides, the use of which must be carried out taking into account the instructions.
In case of minor damage, you can use folk remedies. A solution of copper sulfate and lime works well.
Growing a pear will not be difficult if the gardener initially selects the right place for the fruit tree with sun and loose soil, provides frequent watering and periodically inspects for diseases.
For reference
Pear is a genus of fruit and ornamental trees and shrubs of the rose family, as well as their fruit.
