In the article we will talk about the care and cultivation of date palms.
Growing dates in open ground
It is possible to plant a plant only in the spring, since autumn planting is associated with a great risk. It is also necessary to remember that the palm tree is a heat-loving plant, so it is better to plant it in a sunny area, protected from the wind.
The soil
Soil The optimum acidity of the soil mixture is pH 4.5-8. The composition of the soil mixture: 1 part of sod land + 1 part of leafy soil + 1 part of humus + 1 part of perlite or sand.
Watering
For irrigation, it is desirable to use rain, filtered or settled water. In summer, the palm tree is watered daily or every other day, in winter the frequency is reduced by 2-3 times.
In the hot season, it is recommended to spray the leaves with water and wipe them with a damp sponge, and take a shower once a week.
Fertilizer
Organic and inorganic fertilizers are applied during the warm season, from April to September. The frequency of feeding is once every 2 weeks. If the plant is on the balcony in summer, you can fertilize more often - once a week.
Is it possible to keep a date palm in the house
But if a date palm is grown from a stone, at home you can always find a place for a small pot, because such a tree will grow for a very long time, and there, you see, living conditions will change for the better, and there will be enough space in the apartment for a date palm.
At what age does the date palm begin to bear fruit
In greenhouses, it begins to bloom by the age of 50. Sometimes earlier, sometimes later. Usually a cap is built over it like a transparent roof. Age is the main condition, besides bright light and pollination of flowers.
