Torreya grandis trees are mainly distributed in southern China. They are slow-growing trees with a long lifespan. So, how many years does it take for a Torreya grandis tree to bear fruit? Let's find out below.
How many years does it take for a Chinese torreya tree to bear fruit?
It takes 8 to 12 years for a Chinese torreya sapling to bear fruit after it is planted. Its maturation cycle is long, and its growth cycle is also long. It flowers in one year, bears fruit in two years, and matures in three years.
The Chinese torreya tree is a unique woody oilseed tree species in China. Its fruit is a famous dried fruit, which has a special aroma and is crisp and delicious after roasting, making it very popular. The endosperm of the Chinese torreya fruit contains 40% oil, 10% protein, and 28% freshwater compounds, making it a good source of edible oil .
II. Planting Methods of Torreya grandis
1. Clean the roots
Go to a specialty store and buy a few healthy seedlings, then remove the rotten parts of the roots and wash away the deteriorated substances on the surface.
2. Prepare the soil
Prepare a suitable planting area based on the number of saplings, fill it with potting soil (ordinary mountain soil is acceptable), and then spray water to make the soil sufficiently moist.
3. Planting
After preparing the soil, place the sapling directly in it, cover the roots and fix it in place. Do not bury it completely; burying one-third of it is sufficient.
4. Get plenty of sunshine.
After planting, place the seedling in the sun for a few days and water it every six hours. New buds should appear in less than two weeks. Once the seedling has grown into a large sapling, you can take care of it with peace of mind. It will need plenty of sunlight later on.
5. Replenish fluids
Torreya grandis has a high water requirement and grows relatively quickly. When the soil surface is slightly dry, it should be watered appropriately to ensure the normal growth of Torreya grandis.
6. Apply fertilizer
Do not fertilize during the flowering period of Torreya grandis, as this can easily cause fertilizer burn. During the fluffy stage, apply diluted, well-rotted fertilizer once a month to promote vigorous growth of the plant's branches, leaves, and roots.
7. Prune
When the Chinese torreya tree grows to about 6 meters, its withered branches, overly dense branches, and overly long branches should be pruned to increase air circulation between the branches and maintain the plant's aesthetic appeal.
