Basically, the pear tree can be propagated like any fruit tree. Obtaining new pear trees from mosses, cuttings or grafting is not easy and is more suitable for experienced gardeners.
Ways to propagate a pear tree:
- moss
- stick
- finishing
Theoretically, pear trees can also be grown from seeds. However, this takes a very long time and varietal trees cannot be obtained in this way.
moss
The gardener understands moss removal to mean obtaining a new plant directly on the tree without contact with the earth.
For this purpose, a healthy shoot of the pear tree that is as straight as possible is selected in the spring. It is incised diagonally several centimeters deep. A wedge is pushed into the incision to keep the wound open.
The spot is wrapped with moss or cellulose and kept well moist. After rooting, the shoot is separated and planted in the intended location.
cutting sticks
In the spring, a slightly woody shoot is cut off the pear tree at an angle. The lower leaves and flower buds are removed. The stick is stuck with the sloping side down in garden soil that is not too loose.
To ensure that the cuttings get enough moisture for root formation, it is advisable to attach a plastic film or a glass over the cuttings.
After rooting, the cuttings are carefully dug up, first grown in the pot and later planted in the desired location.
refine
Grafting is the most common method of propagation, best done in March or April. To do this, a one-year shoot called scion, at least ten centimeters long, is cut off at an angle.
Quince trees are often used as a base for the grafting of pear trees. A suitable wedge is cut into the shoot, which serves as a support. The scion is clamped in and wrapped with raffia.
It takes some skill to graft a pear tree. Refinement can be used to obtain single-variety trees, which can be more resistant to pests and diseases if the rootstock is good.
tips and tricks
Propagating a pear tree is usually only worthwhile if you want to get a very specific type of pear. Count on the fact that by no means every attempt at propagation will lead to success.