TLE 6 AGRI Elements To Be Observed in Planting Trees

ELEMENTS TO BE
OBSERVED IN
PLANTING TREES
AND FRUIT-
BEARING TREE
 Planting, just like cooking, requires
systematic way of doing things. It requires a
step-by-step procedure on how to select and
prepare the soil, the seedlings, the tools, and
the location for planting.
 With these requirements, all that is
needed is a thorough knowledge and skill on
how to do the planting process and the
manner on how plants are to be taken care
of.
Elements to be observed in planting trees and fruit bearing trees
1.Choose the best place for planting.
 Trees and fruit trees require more space for growth

than ornamental plants or crops. This is because
trees and fruit trees grow tall and wide . There are
trees that roots that expand sideward and those that
move downward. Choose a place where trees will
grow freely without obstruction like street fences or
walls. Have enough space allowance between trees,
or between the streets, fences, or walls. Consider the
type of soil and the amount of sunlight.
2.Choose the seeds that best suit the
season and the soil.
 This means that the seeds come from a good

quality mother and the seeds are healthy,
mature, with no blemishes or cuts, and of
the right size and form. Seeds must be
prepared before planting. Planting should be
done preferably during the rainy season. The
soil must be suited to the type of seeds to be
planted. Consult an expert on what type of
soil, or where do trees like acacia, narra,
mango, rambutan, or coconut grow best.
3.Put sufficient fertilizers in the
soil.
 It is advisable to prepare the soil before
planting. This means cleaning the soil and its
surrounding area and mixing the soil with
organic fertilizers. Organic fertilizers are safe
and economical to use, while inorganic or
commercial fertilizers have to be regulated
because overuse can poison the soil. A rich
soil is 40 percent clay loam, 30 percent
compost, 20 percent dried carabao manure
or chicken dung, and 10 percent sand.
Remember, plants need nitrogen,
phosphorus, and potassium to grow and to
4.Take care of the soil and the
plants regularly.
 Caring for the young trees means removing the grass and weeds
around them so they do not compete in getting the nutrients from the
soil. Keep the soil always moist and this is no problem during the
rainy season. However, during the dry months, there is a need to
water them regularly. Watering is done during sunrise or after sunset
to keep the evaporation of water from the soil slow. Make a ring of
cultivation around the young tree with the size matching the
circumference of the crown of the tree.
 The soil in this ring is loose and slightly hilling up. In case of pests or
insects infestation, do this by building a fire and allowing the smoke
to penetrate the foliage. Use the appropriate pesticide or fungicide to
control plant disease. Consult an expert on this. Likewise, prune the
young tree by cutting off infected or unproductive branches. Do not
leave excess branches on the trunk to avoid infection which occurs
when the cut has not healed.
Methods of Planting
 1.Directplanting 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.
 2.Indirect or transplanting is
planting with the use of pre-grown
seedlings or plants that had been
propagated from seeds.
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 – There are times when more seeds are sown
than necessary. 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. The purpose is
to make the tissue of the plants harder
in order to survive the rigors of
transplanting. The water intake of the
plant is gradually decreased and the
seedling is exposed to sunlight for a longer
period of time.
Indirect Planting
 Inindirect 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:
 Place the seedlings away from direct sunlight. Make sure the
seedlings are healthy and fresh before planting.
 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. Leave
two inches allowance in the length and depth of the hole to allow the
new roots to breath. For big trees like santol, mango, or acasia, the
hole is one meter wide, one meter deep, and one meter long. For
small trees like atis, chico, avocado, and kasoy, the hole should
measure 20 inches deep, 20 inches wide, and 20 inches long.

Remove the plant from the plastic bag. Do
not remove the soil which holds the roots.
Slowly and carefully place the seedlings in the
hole. Make sure the main roots are not bent.
Cover it with soil. Lightly press the
soil.
Water the new plant early the next morning. Use a water
sprinkler. It is important to water the soil that surrounds the
plant.
Remember: Plant your seedlings in the
afternoon when sunlight is no longer hot to
avoid withering.

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ELEMENTS TO BE

1.Choose the best place for planting.

 Trees and fruit trees require more space for growth

 This means that the seeds come from a good

Mortality is high during transplanting if the seedlings are not

 Inindirect planting, the plant needs to

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