🌱🌞 How to Propagate a Fruit Tree in Summer — Right in Your Garden! 🍎🌿

Hey garden friends! Want to grow your own fruit trees without buying a whole new plant? Summer is actually a great time to try propagating fruit trees directly in the ground — no fancy pots or greenhouses needed!

Here’s a simple way to get started:

Step 1: Take a Cutting

Find a healthy branch from this year’s growth — about 6-8 inches long. This soft, flexible cutting is your new baby tree in the making!

Step 2: Prepare Your Spot

Pick a sunny spot with well-draining soil. If your soil is heavy (like clay), mix in some compost or sand to help water drain better and roots breathe.

Step 3: Plant the Cutting

Remove the lower leaves and stick the cutting about halfway into the soil. Press the soil gently around it to hold it steady.

Step 4: Water & Protect

Water your cutting well and keep the soil moist but not soggy. In hot summer weather, give your little tree some shade during the hottest part of the day.

Step 5: Be Patient & Watch

It takes a few weeks for roots to grow. After 6-8 weeks, gently tug the cutting — if it resists, roots are forming and your tree is on its way!

Why Try It?

It’s an easy and fun way to grow new trees from the ones you already love. Plus, there’s nothing more satisfying than watching a tree you propagated thrive in your garden!

Got questions or tips? Drop a comment below and share your experiences!Tag a friend who needs to try this! 🍏🌿

Want me to share which fruit trees root easiest in summer? Just ask!

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