Agri Lesson 2 Elements To Be Observed in Planting Trees and Fruit Bearing Trees

LESSON 2
Elements to be Observed in
Planting Trees and Fruit Bearing
Trees
JUN ODONZO
TLE 6 Teacher
Elements to be observed in planting trees and fruit bearing trees
A. Proper Care of Plants and Soilfood like fruits, vegetables, nuts, and sugar
 1. Choose the best place for planting.
 2. Choose the seeds that best suit the season and the soil.
 3. Put sufficient fertilizers in the soil.
 4. Take care of the soil and the plants regularly.
B. Methods of Planting
 Different trees are cultivated in different ways. There are two ways of
planting: direct and indirect. Direct planting is a method of planting where
the seeds or parts of a plant are directly planted in the soil where it will
germinate and grow into full-grown trees.
 To maintain high quality seeds, the following steps are recommended:
To maintain high quality seeds, the following steps are recommended:

 1. Remove off-type, diseased, and damaged seeds.
 2. Label seeds properly.
 3. Select and preserve only mature seeds and dry them under the sun until
proper moisture is attained.
C. Preparing Seeds for Planting

 There are different ways of preparing seeds. One way is by placing the
seeds under the sun before planting. One example of this is the ipil-ipil
tree. Some seeds like the mango have to be removed from their hard
shells before planting. Seeds like santol need to be dried before planted in
the soil. There are also seeds that need to be soaked in water before
planting, like the seeds of ipil-ipil. Seeds of avocado are planted as is with
the bigger end of the seed below the soil surface.
D. Seed Germination
 Seeds need moisture, warmth, oxygen, and, in some instances, sunlight in
order to germinate.
 Small seeds are sown in a seed box before setting them out in the field.
 Seeds can also be germinated in small plastic trays, pots, and other
relatively small containers filled with soil medium recommended for seed
propagation. The bottom of the seed boxes should have tiny holes to allow
drainage.
D. Seed Germination
 Before the seed is sown, the soil should be moistened with a fine spray of
water until the soil has absorbed enough moisture. Make rows with pointed
sticks.
 These rows should be twice as deep as the size of the seeds. Sow the seeds
evenly in rows and cover them with loose soil then press the soil gently. If
you will plant trees, the space should be 10 meters in distance depending on
the size of the tree
D. Seed Germination
 The seed box should be kept in a shady place until the seeds have sprouted.
 It should be protected from pests, animals, and adverse weather. Cover the
seed box with a sheet of paper to keep it from drying out too fast during the
dry season. When the seeds have sprouted, make sure they get enough
sunlight for proper growth.
E. Preparation of Seedlings Before Transplanting

Mortality is high during transplanting if the seedlings are not given proper
care.
To ensure a higher rate of survival, the following processes are needed:

1. Thinning –To produce strong plants, pull out some crowded seedlings so that the
remaining plants will have more room. Thinning accelerates the circulation of air and
provides a greater feeding area for seedlings to make them sturdier and healthier.
2. Pricking – This is done by transferring seedlings from one seed box to another to
provide more space for proper development. Water the seedlings before pricking.
3. Hardening – This process is done 7 to 15 days before transplanting.

F. Indirect Planting
In indirect planting, the plant needs to be transferred to its permanent place. This is
commonly done with trees. Nowadays, you can avail seedlings planted in small plastic
bags, ready for transfer.
Follow the general steps in the proper transferring of plants:

1. Place the seedlings away from direct sunlight. Make sure the seedlings are healthy and
fresh before planting.

2. Dig the area where you want to plant them. The length and depth of the hole should be
according to how big the tree will become.

3. Remove the plant from the plastic bag. Do not remove the soil which holds the roots.

4. Slowly and carefully place the seedlings in the hole. Make sure the main roots are not
bent.

5. Cover it with soil. Lightly press the soil.

6. Water the new plant early the next morning. Use a water sprinkler. It is important to
water the soil that surrounds the plant.

7. Remember: Plant your seedlings in the afternoon when sunlight is no longer hot to avoid
withering.
Reference:
Life Skills Through TLE
Gloria Peralta, EdD, et.al

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LESSON 2

To maintain high quality seeds, the following steps are recommended:

C. Preparing Seeds for Planting

E. Preparation of Seedlings Before Transplanting

To ensure a higher rate of survival, the following processes are needed:

3. Hardening – This process is done 7 to 15 days before transplanting.

Follow the general steps in the proper transferring of plants:

Follow the general steps in the proper transferring of plants:

Follow the general steps in the proper transferring of plants:

Follow the general steps in the proper transferring of plants:

Follow the general steps in the proper transferring of plants:

Follow the general steps in the proper transferring of plants:

Follow the general steps in the proper transferring of plants:

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