Factors to Consider in Planting Trees and Fruit-bearing Trees:
Planting trees requires careful study of various factors to ensure its proper adaptability and growth. Important factors in planting trees and fruit-bearing trees are to be considered to achieve success in this industry.
Climate - the most important factor affecting the growth of
trees. It has been observed that different varieties of trees grow best in
certain climatic conditions.
Temperature - the degree of coldness and hotness of the
atmosphere at certain period of time.
Sunlight - the main energy provider in the process of food
manufacture in the plant kingdom.
Rainfall - is very important in the growth of all kinds of trees, it must be controlled so as not to flood and drown the growing trees with water.
Soil - provides nutrients in plants and contains mineral
elements necessary for normal plant growth and development of the trees.
Mineral
Soil - composed of inorganic substances with varying amounts of decaying
organic matter.
Organic
Soil - is formed from partly decayed plant materials.
Fertilizers - are added to soil to increase it productivity.
Organic
fertilizers - come from compost of decayed fruit and vegetables peelings,
animal manures, and food washing.
Inorganic
fertilizers - are made up of synthetic materials and are substitute for organic
fertilizers.
Guide Question:
What are factors that we need to consider in planting trees? Why?
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